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Despite these challenges, the excitement was steady, and the runner boasted an impressive pace right off the bat. Clocking in at 6:26 for the first mile, he felt buoyed by the rhythm and energy of the race, perfectly on track for his goal pace of 6:29 per mile. The beauty of the flat course in Múrcia, Spain, further energized him, making the experience enjoyable amidst the pressure.