Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Breandan Murtha #22657 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start, Challenging Finish Breandan Murtha maintained a consistent pace in the early stages of the race with initial splits under 7:20 min/mile. Noteworthy was his smooth transition at mile 10 with a robust 6:55 min/mile split, an indicator of his sustainable pacing strategy throughout the first half. His ability to adjust and maintain an even effort reflects well on his experience and endurance capabilities. In the latter stages, the pacing displayed a gradual slow-down, reaching a peak split time of 9:20 min/mile at mile 26. Despite this, Breandan showed resilience, finishing the marathon in 3:17:01. His overall placement was 114 out of 2,517, marking a commendable performance, particularly in the Male 30-34 age division where he finished in 23rd place. Continuing to focus on holding pace in the final miles can enhance his performance further. Overall, Breandan's results showcase solid execution with room for strategic pacing improvements.