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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Chris Shi #3443 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Progression with a Strong Finish Chris Shi demonstrated solid pacing and noteworthy progression during the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon. Beginning with a conservative 10:07 min/mile pace, Chris gradually increased his pace, achieving a peak split time of 7:07 in the final mile. Importantly, each successive split showed improvement, reflecting a strategic and disciplined approach to the race. Overall placement shifted from 2005 at the first mile to an impressive 1074 by the end. In the male 20-24 division, Chris climbed from 130th to 80th, showcasing his effective pacing strategy. His average pace was 8:44 min/mile, leading to a finishing time of 1:54:32. This consistent improvement throughout the race is commendable. Continuing to work on maintaining the strong finish pace earlier in future races could further enhance performance. Well done, Chris!