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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Leidy Ospina #32486 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Mid-Race Surge Secures Impressive Finish Leidy Ospina delivered a noteworthy performance at the 2026 Surf City 5K, displaying consistent improvement across each mile. Starting with a 9:35 pace, she quickly accelerated to an 8:15 pace for the second mile, showcasing a strategic approach to improving speed. Notably, this shift moved her from 682nd to 407th place overall. Her ability to maintain pace, closing with an 8:30 split, highlights her effective pacing strategy. Finishing with an overall time of 27:04 and an 8:44 average pace, Leidy demonstrated competitive endurance and speed for her age group. Within the division F30-34, she achieved 19th place, evidencing a solid performance amidst a large field of 5023 participants. Continuous work on initial pacing could offer even greater results in future races. Nonetheless, her placement in the top 25% for her division speaks volumes about her capability.