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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Robert Menard #33640 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Pacing Masterclass Delivers Top Division Finish Robert Menard, a 17-year-old from Newport Beach, CA, showcased impressive pacing in the 2026 Surf City 5K. Clocking an elapsed time of 19:09, Robert maintained an average pace of 6:10 min/mile, securing 31st overall out of 5,020 participants. He notably finished 2nd in the M15-19 division, demonstrating strong division placement. Analyzing the splits, Robert's first mile was completed in 6:05, positioning him solidly in 5th place within his division. His second mile showed consistent pacing at 6:04, advancing his division rank to 2nd and overall position to 25th. The third mile was slightly slower at 6:28, but Robert's strategy enabled him to finish 16th overall by the split's end. Maintaining a stable pace throughout while advancing in placement highlights excellent pacing skills. For future races, slightly focusing on maintaining consistency towards the final mile could further solidify his overall ranking.