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Date: July 25, 2026 Participant: Josh Decola #9120 Race: 2026 Spudman Sprint Triathlon Event: Sprint Triathlon Weather: Hot, but otherwise a great day for a triathlon.

Steady Swim Speed Sets the Tone for a Solid Sprint Finish Josh opened strong in the water, covering the swim in 16:50 to sit 68th overall and 3rd in his division exiting the Snake River a clear highlight of his day. A lengthier T1 (13:48) cost some ground, dropping him to 349th overall before he hit the bike course. From there, Josh settled into a strong rhythm, averaging roughly 15.5 mph over the bike leg and climbing back into the 260s overall by T2. T2 was quick and efficient at 3:54, but the run proved to be the toughest leg of the day, with pacing slowing into the 1415 minute/mile range across the final miles. Josh crossed the line in 2:08:46, finishing 311th overall and 11th in the competitive 50-59 Sprint division. With his swim and bike showing real strength, dedicated run training could be the key to unlocking an even stronger overall result next time.