Results/Photos

Date: May 23rd to 24th, 2026 Participant: Leif Hagen #5723 Race: 2026 Run Madtown 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Performance with a Flamingo Flair Leif Hagen flew through the 2026 Run Madtown 5K with a total time of 22:22. Notably, he secured a 4th place finish in the M15-19 division and an impressive 20th overall in the male category out of 852 participants. Starting with a steady 7:38 min/mile pace for the first mile, Leif improved his pace to 7:15 min/mile by the third mile. That's some great pacing strategy right there! Especially the third mile, which was covered in just 6:28, showcasing an impressive ability to finish strong. Leif's progression during the race highlights a consistent middle segment and a powerful finish, moving up 15 places overall from the first mile. If Leif focuses a bit on consistent pacing, particularly in the second mile, he might shave off even more time. Overall, an excellent race day performance showing both heart and potential on Madison's vibrant course! Keep those wings flapping!