Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Sarah Didier #11723 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Finish with Strategic Splits Sarah Didier showcased an impressive performance at the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon, with a total time of 1:43:20 and an average pace of 7:53 min/mile. Finishing strong in a field of 12,404 participants, she placed 22nd in the F35-39 division, 144th among females, and 783rd overall. The early miles saw Sarah finding her rhythm, starting with an 8:21 pace, then improving to 8:16 at mile 2. A noteworthy strategic move was in the later stages as Sarah maintained paces in the sub 8-minute range, culminating in a swift 7:36 final mile. The 2:47 split time between miles 4 and 5 indicates a concentrated effort that helped regain her position, demonstrating strength and determination. Maintaining a steady improvement throughout could further enhance future performances. Keep building on this consistent pacing!