Are Tactics Used in the Longer races?
A distance race on the track is not always won by the fastest runner. Often times it is won by the smartest runner. Decisions are made on when to put surges in, when to start a kick, how fast to start the race, and many other ways. The same strategy won’t work in every race, and the best strategy is dependent on who is in the race. One tactic you will often see in a distance race is a runner passing an opponent as they come out of a turn. They use the energy they gained during the turn to whip them past their opponent. In longer races, you will often times see the best runners try to slowly pick up the pace each lap, wearing down on the field, and reducing the group that is able to stay in contact. This strategy can wear down opponents without them even realizing it. There can be a lot to a distance race that has many experienced runners in it. The games they will play, the strategy they will use, and all of them believe, that what they are doing gives them the best chance to win.
