The 11th Kim Dae-jung Peace Marathon

“The official time was 46 minutes and 48 seconds, a new PB.”

At the familiar Ttukseom course, the runner completed the 10K in 46 minutes and 48 seconds, breaking the 50-minute barrier for the first time. The runner confirmed that a participant rest area and water and barley tea were provided, but the long line at the official photo zone and the snack selection were disappointing.

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“I thought I wouldn't be able to run it, so I was incredibly happy to finish.”

The runner completed a first 10K by alternating between running and walking. Starting in Group C, the runner ran slowly through the crowded early section, then relied on water stations and cherry tomatoes as the heat intensified. The runner felt a great sense of achievement after finishing.

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“My time at this race was 1 hour, 54 minutes, and 59 seconds (average pace 5:24/km).”

The runner finished half marathon in 1 hour, 54 minutes, and 59 seconds. After running faster than the target early on, the runner's pace dropped from 12 km onward, and the runner walked several times in the second half. Next time, the runner plans to start at a slower pace and practice race nutrition as well.

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“I came in at 59 minutes 26 seconds for the 10K.”

The runner finished the third 10K race in 59 minutes 26 seconds. The runner ran with a friend until 4 km, then each followed their own pace, cutting four seconds off the previous time. The runner was satisfied with the medal, but disappointed with the snack selection.

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“I was assigned the role of the Kim Dae-jung Peace Marathon half marathon 2-hour pacer.”

The runner took part as the Gwanghwamun Pacing Team’s 2-hour half-marathon pacemaker. The runner prepared the balloons personally and ran with the runners, reaching the finish line with no participants following behind during the final section.

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