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PPAC-154 2000m Track Race [5 April 2026]

Our first track race for the year was an early-April speed endurance challenge, with an early start and dry and moderate weather conditions ideal for taking on five intense laps.

Race Report

We were glad to hold our first track event of the year after a false start in February. We had 5 athletes taking the track for one heat of 2000m. The 2000m is a lesser raced distance, but is an excellent event, demanding both speed and endurance.

In a relatively routine race, the athletes quickly found their position in the pack and the order barely changed.

Congratulations to Matthew for 1st place results, after leading from wire to wire. An especially quick final lap from Matthew, suggests the potentially for an even faster time with more aggressive pacing. 

Interestingly all of the athletes shared a similar pacing strategy, with slightly faster opening laps, followed by 3 steady laps and then a faster closing lap.

Despite the smaller attendance this week, we want to remind the running community that everyone is welcome to try out these track events. You don't need to have track experience and you don't need to be fast, you just need to be brave and have a go!

Our next event will be a 5k on Sunday 3rd of May, at Sokha.

Full Results



Volunteers & Supporters

A special thanks as always to our awesome volunteer officials on the morning - Craig and Adolfo.

We would like to extend our gratitude to all the club members, runners and supporters who made this running event a success and whose support allows us to continue to organise community athletics activities for all.

Phnom Penh Athletics Club is a community-oriented members club that has the vision of making high quality contributions to the development of grassroots athletics and access to sport in Cambodia. We welcome community-minded runners, coaches and parents (even if you don't think of yourself as a runner or sportsperson!) to get involved and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you all next time!

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