Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Jordan Cross #2216 Race: 2026 Deseret News Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

An Impressive Finish with Consistent Performance Jordan Cross demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the Deseret News Marathon Half Marathon. He successfully maintained a strong pace right from the start, with his first mile at a brisk 4:38 min/mile. Jordan showed impressive control, with all subsequent mile splits remaining under 5:10 min/mile. Notably, his fastest split was his opening mile, while his slowest was the last, at 5:20 min/mile. His admirable ability to stay near the front is evident, as he consistently placed within the top three throughout the race. Finishing the race in 1:05:14, Jordan ranked among the top three overall in his gender and division, out of 1,374 participants. The concluding pace of 4:58 min/mile highlights his strength in maintaining speed over the 13.1-mile course. While the final mile saw a slight deceleration, his swift and steady approach throughout ensured a commendable result. Continuing to focus on maintaining that early pace in later miles could prove beneficial for future races.