Why was RunningLane so much slower in 2022 than 2021?

2022 had all the fastest runners in the nation, that's why. Runninglane will try to convince you it was because of the rain.

Getting further from the COVID lockdown training blocks.

It was insanely muddy last year. It made the course very slow.

My son ran 35 seconds slower while running 30 seconds on other courses during the year. Guessing the course ran almost 1 minute slower in 2022.

They had almost 4 inches of rain before the race and rain the day of, was definitely because of the rain. Was a muddy mess.

Competition and Field Strength:
Top Runners Absent: Did any of the top runners from 2021 miss the 2022 race due to injury, other commitments, or strategic choices? The absence of elite athletes can influence overall race results.
Larger Field Size: Did the number of participants increase significantly in 2022? A larger field can lead to congestion and slower times for everyone.
Different Strategies: Did runners adopt more cautious pacing or tactical approaches in 2022 compared to 2021? This could explain slower finishing times even if effort levels were similar.

It was muddy, your post is ridiculous