Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Sung Hwang #21655 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Start but Slower Finish in 10K Race Sung Hwang maintained a consistent pace for the first two miles, clocking 9:26 minutes per mile and consistently holding 309th place overall. This consistent start is commendable and showcased his pacing ability early in the race. As he approached the third mile, his pace slowed to 12:14 min/mile, resulting in an overall position of 508th and a division position shift from 30th to 49th. Evaluating pacing strategies during the mid-race segment could enhance performance outcomes. The latter part of the race saw further decline in pace, with split times of 11:18 and a final mile dropping to 12:56 per mile. Sung eventually finished 844th overall with an average pace of 11:12 min/mile, indicating possible fatigue or pacing adjustments needed between miles two and six. Finishing 71st in his division out of 2114 participants highlights the endurance displayed. Focusing on endurance training and pace management could be beneficial moving forward.