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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Jonathan Kotter #1267 Race: 2026 Deseret News Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistency Leads to Victory Jonathan Kotter delivered an impressive performance in the 2026 Deseret News Marathon. He completed the race in 2:39:48, maintaining a consistent pace of 6:05 min/mile throughout the 26.2-mile course. Notably, Jonathan secured 1st place overall out of 544 participants. His pacing strategy was impeccable, holding 1st place in the male category and division for the majority of the race. Jonathan started the race with a steady pace, completing the first three miles at 6:42 min/mile. A strong surge occurred between miles four and five, with splits of 6:24 min/mile that moved him into first place. His fastest split was recorded at 5:35 min/mile at mile 11. The consistent sub-6:10 min/mile splits after mile 17 reflect an impressive endurance level. Maintaining focus and control allowed Jonathan to conclude the race strongly in a competitive field. Continuing to harness these attributes will be key in future races.