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Date: May 9, 2026 Participant: Jose Ibarra #4606 Race: 2026 Vacation Races Yosemite Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Start and Strong Finish with Consistent Improvements Jose Ibarra showcased a consistent and controlled performance at the 2026 Vacation Races | Yosemite Half Marathon. He maintained a steady pace, opening with a 7:23-minute mile. Throughout the race, Jose demonstrated strong pacing adjustments. Notably, he delivered an impressive acceleration at mile 9 with a 6:41 split, his fastest of the race. This strength in picking up the pace later in the race suggests a solid energy strategy and endurance. He completed the 13.1-mile course with a total time of 1:45:32, averaging an 8:03-minute mile pace. Jose made notable gains in his placement, moving from 200th overall initially to finishing 236th out of 3795 participants. His strategic pacing and ability to quicken later are commendable. Looking forward, maintaining this pacing efficiency throughout the final miles could further enhance his performance and rankings.