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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Ken Bluemel #1184 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance in Division M 60-64 Ken Bluemel delivered an impressive performance, securing 3rd place in his division (M 60-64) at the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon. His completion time was 3:42:22, averaging an 8:29 minute per mile pace over 26.2 miles. Notably, he maintained a consistent pace for the majority of the race, with the fastest split of 7:11 min/mile occurring at mile 15. His pace began consistently in the early miles and showed a gradual increase towards the end, with the slowest mile being a 10:48 min/mile at mile 25. Throughout the event, Ken demonstrated strong standings, including being 169th overall and 116th in the Male category during the first mile. While he finished 195th overall and 129th among men, he maintained a top-three position within his age division. Future focus could be on sustaining early paces towards the race's end to potentially improve overall standings. Kens performance is commendable and showcases dedication and endurance.