Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Ahmad Awad #32075 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Start Fades Over Final Miles at Altitude Ahmad Awad finished the 10K in 57:59, an increase over his 54:24 result at the 2025 Boulderthon. His overall pace settled at 9:21 per mile, compared with 8:46 the previous year. Through the first three miles, Awad ran a strong, even pace, reaching the 3-mile mark in 25:07 an 8:22 per mile average. The middle miles brought a gradual slowdown, with mile 4 ticking up to 9:11 and mile 5 to 9:46, before the final mile eased further. Boulder's elevation, over 5,000 feet, adds a layer of context to any pacing shift across a field of 3,071 in this year's 10K, which began at 8:10 AM. Awad's opening miles remain the clear highlight of his day, showing the pace he's capable of holding.