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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Philip Vu #3896 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace, Significant Improvement Philip Vu completed the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon with a finish time of 2:26:00, registering an average pace of 11:08 min/mile. His overall placement improved notably from the previous year, moving from 3590th to 2799th out of 4907 participants. Within his age division of M55-59, Philip advanced from 90th place last year to 73rd, showcasing a commendable performance, especially considering the field of 4907 runners. Analyzing his splits, Philip maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, holding steady improvements in later miles. Notably, at mile 9, he recorded his swiftest split of 10:19 min/mile, contributing positively to his overall performance. While there's always room for refining pace stability at certain splits, the strategic improvement in his splits compared to the previous year reflects focused training and execution. Continue honing the approach to pacing, especially during mid-race segments, to further capitalize on the gains made this year.