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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Krystal Coetzee #13229 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Mid-Race Surge Boosts Performance Krystal Coetzee completed the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon with a time of 1:42:59, achieving an overall pace of 7:51 min/mile. Notable mid-race improvement is evident. Her performance saw notable fluctuations, with mile 7 posting a split time of 7:47 min/mile, indicating a strategic surge. This effort allowed her to advance from her initial overall position of 963 to 760 by the end of the race. The final mile showcased a strong finish, clocking a 7:31 min/mile split. Within her division (F40-44), Krystal ranked 14th, and in her gender category, she secured the 139th spot out of 12,404 participants. Constructive feedback may include focusing on maintaining consistent pacing in the mid-to-late stages, particularly between miles 8 and 9, where split times of 8:16 and 8:15 suggest an opportunity for enhancement. Overall, she demonstrated a commendable performance with a solid closing pace.