Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Darren Leung #23014 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Finish Darren Leung maintained a commendable consistency throughout the Surf City Marathon with a final elapsed time of 2:59:05. Across the 26.2-mile distance, he kept an average pace of 6:50 min/mile. Notably, his performance improved significantly mid-race, where sighting splits at Mile 9 (6:45 min/mile) and Mile 15 (6:45 min/mile) showcased his ability to pace effectively. Darren's position fluctuated throughout but peaked in the final stages, demonstrating a strong finish. Throughout the marathon, Darren placed 37th overall and was 6th in the Male 25-29 division. Starting the race with early splits like a 6:46 min/mile for the first mile, there were a few splits in the mid and late stages, like Mile 23 (6:56 min/mile), that could be adjusted for an even stronger outcome. Overall, his pacing strategy was solid and demonstrated great stamina and endurance over the entire course. Good job, Darren! Keep fine-tuning those splits for even greater results.