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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Carter Ledwith #9479 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Finish Despite Mid-Race Setback Carter Ledwith delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon, finishing in 1:11:59 with an overall pace of 5:29 min/mile. By placing 14th overall out of 12,366 participants and securing 3rd in the M25-29 division, he showcased his competitive edge. Carter's race began with consistent splits in the 5:26-5:33 min/mile range, indicating a solid start. Notably, a significant slowdown occurred during mile 4, with a split time of 11:30, impacting overall rank, but Carter displayed resilience, quickly recovering and clocking his fastest split at mile 5 with a swift 1:21. The ability to push through adversity and regain pace in subsequent miles was pivotal in achieving his strong finish. Focus on maintaining consistency throughout future runs, especially mid-race, could help improve performance even further. Overall, a strong run with highlights in both speed and tenacity.