Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Michael Scott Peters #1365 Race: 2026 Deseret News Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Division Victory with Consistent Pacing Michael Scott Peters showcased an impressive performance at the 2026 Deseret News Marathon. He finished 1st in the Male 30-34 division, covering the 26.2-mile distance in a time of 3:14:37 and maintaining a steady overall pace of 7:25 minutes per mile. Throughout the race, his pacing remained consistent, notably improving at mile 13 with a 6:40 minute mile that helped him advance in the overall standings, achieving 24th place overall and 19th among males out of 544 total participants. During the race, Michael successfully managed his pace, demonstrating strength in the latter stages where some runners might typically falter. His ability to push through with a strong pace, particularly in miles 15 and 16 with split paces of 6:23, indicates a well-executed strategy for the race. For future races, a continued focus on maintaining energy for a potential faster finish could be beneficial. Congratulations, Michael, on a great performance and division win!