Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 27, 2026 Participant: William Writer #41548 Race: 2026 Boulderthon 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Fast Opening Mile Sets the Tone Before a Steady Fade William Writer completed the 5K in 22:50, finishing 139th overall and 107th among men out of the field of 2,677, a result that lands him in the top 10 percent of all participants. The race started strong, with a 6:32 opening mile that ranked among the day's quickest. Pace eased over the next two miles, settling to a 7:08 split for mile two and 8:10 for the closing mile, for a final overall pace of 7:22 per mile. That early mile stands out as the clear highlight of the race. Racing at Boulder's altitude of over 5,000 feet adds context to the effort. Holding closer to that opening rhythm through the back half could be a useful focus for future 5Ks.