Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: James Fiala #1155 Race: 2026 Deseret News Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Impressive Divisional Results James Fiala demonstrated steady commitment in the 2026 Deseret News Marathon, achieving a total time of 3:03:31 with a consistent average pace of 7:00 min/mile over 26.2 miles. His strong start featured a pace of 7:00 min/mile for the initial three miles, aligning with his overall race pace. A standout segment was mile four, completed in an impressive 5:40, showcasing his speed capability. James showed resilience, maintaining top division positioning particularly from mile four through mile 22. He achieved first place in his division (M35-39) multiple times during the race, reflecting his competitive edge in a field of 544 participants. His overall and gender standings remained solid, with finishes higher than his overall placement at times, such as finishing 5th in gender by the last mile. A consistent focus on pace, especially maintaining splits under seven minutes in the latter half, will further strengthen his race strategy.