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Date: May 16, 2026 Participant: Jake Lee #5856 Race: 2026 Ogden Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Jake Lee delivered a highly consistent performance at the 2026 Ogden Marathon's Half Marathon, maintaining an impressive average pace of 5:42 min/mile and covering the 13.1-mile distance in 1:14:43. The pacing variance was minimal throughout the race, with individual split times ranging from 5:14 to 6:19 per mile. His efforts secured him the top spot in the M25-29 division. Notably, the fifth mile saw Jake achieve his fastest split at 5:28, underscoring a well-managed strategy despite the competitive field of 3,332 participants. While Jake demonstrated exemplary stamina and consistency, maximizing pacing efficiency allowed him to rise from 5th to as high as 2nd place overall by the ninth mile before settling in 5th place at the finish. The strategic choices in the ninth and tenth miles reflect a sharp racing acumen, culminating in a strong finish. For future races, focusing on the pacing in the latter sections could potentially enhance the overall finish time.