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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Aidan Neal #4991 Race: 2026 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Division Victory Aidan Neal tackled the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 10K with an impressive overall time of 30:43, maintaining an accumulative pace of 4:57 min/mile. Notably, he secured the top position in his M15-18 division, showcasing his competitive edge among peers. His strongest performance came during the first mile with a swift split time of 4:31, positioning him well among the early leaders as 6th overall and in his gender. Throughout the race, Aidan demonstrated consistency, holding a steady pace with each subsequent mile, including a noteworthy third mile split of 4:59, briefly boosting him to 2nd position overall. The later miles, ranging from 4:55 to 5:15 per mile, displayed his ability to maintain endurance, ultimately securing the 9th position overall out of 1,197 participants. Focusing on sustaining his early momentum while managing slight deceleration in later miles could enhance future performances. Keep building on your strong foundation, Aidan!