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Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: John Mezger #129 Race: 2026 Ogden Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Finish with Impressive Pace Consistency In the 2026 Ogden Marathon, John Mezger executed a remarkable race, maintaining a steady average pace of 6:04 min/mile and completing the marathon in 2:39:21. Showing a commendable level of consistency, John showcased a strength in pacing, as nearly all splits were around the 6:06-6:08 min/mile range, except for a few quicker final miles. His performance earned him a first-place finish in the M30-34 division and an impressive 8th place overall among 1,808 runners. John's ability to maintain a strong final push, including splits under 6 minutes per mile from mile 18 to mile 23, highlighted incredible stamina and race management. Areas for potential improvement include maintaining pace in the 6:18 and 6:22 splits, where time slightly slipped. Focusing on these sections could potentially shave more seconds off his final time in future races. Overall, an outstanding performance with well-managed pacing and a strong sprint finish.