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Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: Ellison Ma #8711 Race: 2026 Ogden 8.2 Mile Distance: 8.2 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Strong Finish Ellison Ma demonstrated impressive pacing during the 2026 Ogden Marathon's 8.2-mile event. Starting strong, he completed the first mile in 6:00, leading the pack. His pace remained steady, with the second and third miles clocked at 5:58 and 6:06, respectively. By the fourth mile, he maintained a pace of 6:08, still holding the lead. Notably, his splits were consistently around the 6:00 min/mile mark early in the race. Midway through the race, Ellison's pace slightly varied, with his fifth and sixth miles at 6:03 and 6:20. Although he slipped back to second place, he completed the course in a commendable 50:48, achieving a second-place finish overall and in his division. For future endeavors, consider increasing endurance pacing for the final miles to maintain early leads. His performance remained strong and competitive among 740 participants.