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Date: May 4, 2025 Participant: Shuonan Chen #1051 Race: 2025 Seattle Marathon | Summer Events 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Strong Finishes Shuonan Chen, hailing from Seattle, WA, showcased a consistent and improving performance throughout the 10K at the 2025 Seattle Marathon | Summer Events. She maintained a steady start with a 7:58-minute mile at the first mile, eventually improving her pace, shaving off valuable seconds. Her split times show steady progress: from 8:01 at the second mile down to a remarkable 7:31-minute mile by the fourth and fifth miles. This pacing strategy positioned her well, with a finish time of 47:58 at a pace of 7:44 minutes per mile. Notably, Shuonan improved her overall position from 44th to 17th during the race, finishing 5th among females and 3rd in her division F30-39. This consistent improvement throughout the race highlights her endurance and pacing strategy. A focus on maintaining this progression in future races could potentially provide even stronger finishes.