Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Esteban Prado #13243 Race: 2026 Surf City Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Surging to Victory with Strong Splits Esteban Prado delivered an impressive performance in the 2026 Surf City Half Marathon, showcasing remarkable pacing consistency and strategic race execution. Finishing the 13.1-mile course with a time of 1:06:23, he maintained a notable average pace of 5:04 minutes per mile. His splits reveal a strong start with a 5:16 for the first mile, followed by a standout surge at mile 6 where he clocked a swift 4:57 mile. Though there was a slight increase in pace at mile 8 with a 7:05 split, Esteban demonstrated resilience and quickly regained momentum, contributing to his overall success. Throughout the race, Esteban consistently ranked at or near the top across all categories. He achieved an impressive first-place finish overall, and he displayed dominance in his division, finishing first among the M25-29 age group. With 12404 participants, Esteban's ability to lead and maintain such an extraordinary pace across the various splits is commendable. To further enhance performance, maintaining even more consistent pacing in future races could ensure minimal time loss during peak performance.