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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Blake Lawson #3631 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Effort with Consistent Splits Blake Lawson showcased a strong start in the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon, steadily improving his pace in the early miles. His initial mile was clocked at 9:38, and he managed to quicken his pace to 9:07 by the 5-mile mark, demonstrating consistent effort. Notably, he achieved his fastest mile at 8:27 between miles 4 and 5, showcasing potential for speedier splits. Maintaining his position within the Male 55-59 division around the 28th to 29th ranking speaks to his consistency. Blake's overall pace averaged 10:15 per mile over the 13.1-mile course, culminating in a finish time of 2:14:24. Strategically, there was a decline in pace from mile 8 onwards, which may have affected his overall timing. His strong performance up to mile 7 indicates the ability to maintain earlier splits for longer. Consider focusing on endurance to sustain higher speeds in the later stages of the race for future events.