Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Samantha Corona #32024 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Acceleration During Mid-Race Splits In the 2026 Surf City 5K, Samantha Corona showcased a commendable acceleration throughout the race. Starting with a steady pace of 12:45 min/mile in the first mile, she quickly advanced her performance to 8:42 min/mile in the second mile, significantly improving her overall standing from 2557th to 520th. This remarkable progression highlights her ability to adapt and push her limits during the course, especially noted in the second split. Her final split clocked in at 5:51 min/mile, exemplifying her capacity to finish strong. Samantha's overall finish in the 5K event was solid, with a total time of 28:07 and an average pace of 9:04 min/mile. Placing 24th in her division and 168th among women demonstrates her competitive edge. Focusing on maintaining such speed from the start could help elevate her performance even further in future races. Keep building on this great momentum!