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Date: April 26, 2026 Participant: Shannon Testa #3056 Race: 2026 Whidbey Island 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Shannon Testa showcased impressive stat consistency throughout the 2026 Whidbey Island 10K. Starting with a swift 6:48 first mile split, she maintained a strong pace notably at mile 5, accelerating to a 6:51 pace. Her overall average pace was 7:06 min/mile. Despite minor fluctuations, she held her position steadily, achieving a remarkable consistency in placing 2nd in her gender and division. In a field of 293 participants, Shannon's position ranged between 4th and 6th overall throughout the race. Notably, mile 6 saw her fastest split at 6:35 min/mile, demonstrating an ability to maintain a fast end-game pace. For future races, focusing on sustaining paces seen in her fastest miles could enhance her already commendable performance. Continued focus on pace stabilization might yield even greater results. Keep leveraging your strengths in maintaining strong finishes.