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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Jacob DeHaan #6159 Race: 2026 Deseret News 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pace Highlights Race Performance Jacob DeHaan maintained impressive consistency throughout the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 5K event. His times were remarkably steady, achieving a final time of 16:07 with an overall average pace of 5:12 min/mile. Noteworthy is his ability to retain pace across each mile; his splits were 5:04, 5:18, and 5:16, respectively. This consistency played a crucial role in his placement and demonstrates effective pacing strategies. Jacob's ability to maintain pace contributed to a strong position, finishing 15th overall out of 1,474 participants and ranking within the top 11 of his division, M15-18. His performance indicates that he has honed his pacing strategy, though slight adjustments in split consistency could further enhance his times. Emphasizing even splits will be key in future races to maximize efficiency and potentially improve overall race results.