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Date: May 30, 2026 Participant: Jack Schlechter #14 Race: 2026 Run on the River Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Mid-Race Surge Secures Division Podium Finish Jack Schlechter delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 Run on the River Half Marathon, impressively finishing with an elapsed time of 1:41:08. He maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, averaging 7:42 min/mile, and achieved 14th place overall out of 228 participants. Notably, Jack secured the 2nd spot in his M19-24 division, showcasing his competitive edge in that category. A strong mid-race strategy was evident with a significant surge from Mile 1's 9:05 min/mile pace to a swift 6:35 min/mile by Mile 2. His final miles demonstrated increased speed, culminating in his fastest split of 7:22 min/mile between the 12th and 13th mile. Jack consistently improved his position, advancing from 54th initially to 14th overall by the end, including a rise from 3rd to 2nd in his division. To further enhance results, focus on maintaining early momentum can be beneficial for subsequent races.