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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Alicia Sturm #22345 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Progression Leads to Stellar Division Finish Alicias performance at the 2026 Surf City Marathon was consistent with an overall time of 3:26:01, maintaining an average pace of 7:51 min/mile across the 26.2 miles. Her effort placed her 2nd in the F30-34 division. Notably, her pacing was steady, with minimal fluctuations throughout the race. Early splits ranged from 7:43 to 8:12 min/mile, showcasing her ability to maintain and adapt her pace as needed. Each split was strategically executed, particularly with a strong finish, where her last 1.2 miles were completed at a faster pace of 7:40 min/miledemonstrating an effective final push. Alicia improved her placement from 34th to 26th among females after the initial miles, reflecting her capacity for strategic pacing and endurance. Future targets could include slightly faster recovery within miles 23 to 25 to further push division rankings.