Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Mason Meling #5937 Race: 2026 Capital City 5 Mile Distance: 5.0 miles

Consistent Pacing Yields Top Division Result Mason Meling, an 18-year-old runner from Olympia, WA, showcased commendable consistency at the 2026 Capital City 5 Mile race. He maintained a nearly identical pace for the first four miles, ranging from 7:03 to 7:08 minutes per mile. His fifth mile showed an impressive drop in split time to 6:42 min/mile, the most efficient mile of his race, resulting in an overall pace of 7:00 min/mile. Ending with a total time of 35:02, Mason secured 4th place in the M15-19 division. This strong finish allowed him to stand out in a field of 1074 participants. Masons results reflect his ability to maintain an even pace throughout the race, particularly the consistency in the middle segments and the impressive speed increase in the final mile. Continuing to capitalize on strong finishes like this will be beneficial in future races.