Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: Madison Elson #30780 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Faster Finish Caps a Strong 10K Improvement Madison Elson crossed the 2026 Boulderthon 10K in 1:01:06, a notable improvement over her 1:04:50 from the 2024 running of the same event. Her overall pace tightened from 10:27 to 9:51 per mile, reflecting a more consistent effort across the distance. Elson opened briskly, covering the first two miles in 9:13 and 8:53, the fastest stretch of her race. She eased slightly through miles three and four, settling near a 9:4010:02 pace, before rebounding to 9:34 in mile five. The final mile slowed to 11:35, which pulled her cumulative pace up to 9:49 by the finish. Given Boulders elevation above 5,000 feet, her early pace stands out as a strong foundation for the race. Overall, this performance marks a clear step forward from her previous 10K showing at this event.