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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Andrew Francis #4886 Race: 2026 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Strategic Surge Elevates Placement Andrew Francis demonstrated strategic pacing at the 2026 Deseret News Marathon 10K event. The high school-aged athlete from Ogden, UT, consistently maintained a strong overall pace, finishing with an impressive elapsed time of 34:16 at a 5:31 min/mile average pace. Andrew's performance was marked by strategic gains, climbing from a division place of 28 at the first mile to 16 by the finish. His race began with a fast initial mile of 5:06, ranking him 28th in the Male 15-18 division. Sustained speed through the second mile elevated his position within the division. A notable surge between miles three and four, despite some deceleration, allowed Andrew to finish 16th in his division. Consistency from mile four onwards ensured Andrew's strong finish in both his gender and division categories, highlighting his endurance and strategic racing skills. Consider adjusting pacing strategy earlier in races for sustained speed through the later stages.