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Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: Jake Jensen #5044 Race: 2026 Ogden Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Jake Jensen demonstrated impressive pacing throughout the 2026 Ogden Marathon's Half Marathon. He maintained an average pace of 6:13 minutes per mile over 13.1 miles, resulting in a final time of 1:21:31. Notably, he secured 2nd place in the M30-34 division, showcasing his competitive edge in this strong field. His strongest mile was the 10th, with a split time of 5:53, indicating a well-executed race strategy for finishing strong. Throughout the race, Jake displayed discipline in pace management, improving his overall rankings in various splits. Starting with an initial pace of 6:28 minutes per mile at mile 1, he gradually accelerated, consistently moving up the ranks. By the 9th mile, Jake climbed to an impressive 11th in gender placing. Additionally, his ability to finish nearly one minute faster per mile than in the previous year's marathon highlights his substantial growth as a runner. Keep leveraging this momentum for future races!