Results/Photos

Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Ben Kirby #6355 Race: 2026 Deseret News 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent High Performance Ben Kirby put on an impressive display at the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 5K, finishing with a remarkable time of 15:23 and maintaining a strong pace of 4:57 min/mile. Starting with a blazing first mile at 4:46, he held his ground throughout the race, securing 3rd place overall in a field of 1,474 participants. His performance was consistent, showing slight variations with a second-mile pace of 4:55 min/mile and completing the final mile in 5:12. The strategic execution of his splits demonstrates his capability to maintain a competitive pace even as fatigue set in by the last mile. The steady placement in the top 3 for overall, gender, and division ranking highlights Kirby's competence and competitive edge. For future races, maintaining the initial pacing in latter stages could further enhance his performance.