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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Darin Nielsen #3892 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Secures Top Division Finish Darin Nielsen from Wellsville, UT, showcased a consistent pacing strategy during the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon. With an average pace of 6:55 per mile, he completed the 13.1-mile course in 1:30:45. Nielsen demonstrated strong performance improvement, particularly in the 4th and 5th miles, running them both at 6:11 min/milehis quickest on the day. Although overall pace slightly decreased towards the latter part, maintaining near-elite splits was key to his standout finish. Nielsen's race strategy paid off with a first-place finish in the M 55-59 division. His performance ranked 91st overall among 2630 participants, and he held a solid position throughout, peaking at 41st in the overall standings. Darin's disciplined approach culminated in a successful day, especially notable for his ability to regain momentum late in the first half of the race. Future focus on sustaining pace during later miles could yield further improvements.