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Date: July 24, 2026 Participant: Santiago Gaitan Caballero #5207 Race: 2026 Deseret News 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Strong Performance Highlights Race Santiago Gaitan Caballero showcased a compelling performance at the 2026 Deseret News Marathon's 10K event. His initial mile split of 4:12 had him positioned 3rd overall, a strong start that set the pace for his race. Santiago climbed to first place overall at the 2-mile and 3-mile marks, posting times of 8:29 and 13:09, respectively, showing impressive endurance and pace management. Although his pace slightly decreased in the second half, Santiago maintained solid placement. He recorded a split pace of 5:08 min/mile in the 5th mile. Santiago finished with an overall time of 29:35, securing 6th place overall and 2nd in the M19-24 division. Consider focusing on endurance to maintain the early lead for future events. His consistent performance, particularly early on, demonstrates a high level of competitiveness, which serves as a strong foundation for future success.