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Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: Nicholas Szobody #1488 Race: 2026 Ogden Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Sprint Finish Nicholas Szobody displayed impressive consistency throughout the Ogden Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 6:24 minutes per mile over the 26.2-mile course. Starting strong with an initial mile pace of 6:09, he managed to stay between 6:09 and 6:41 across the entire race. Nicholas's performance showed steady pacing, particularly evidenced by holding positions within the top 20 overall for most of the race. A standout moment came during the 13th mile, clocking 5:56 and achieving his fastest split, which catapulted him to 11th place overall temporarily. Finishing the marathon in 2:48:03, Nicholas maintained a position within the top 20, placing 19th in his gender and 6th in the M30-34 division, highlighting competitive standing among peers. Despite a slight slowing towards the end, his ability to finish with a solid pace of 6:31 in the final mile is commendable. Focusing on maintaining the remarkable speed shown in the 13th mile could further elevate future performances.