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Date: July 25, 2026 Participant: Michelle Jackson #2134 Race: 2026 Spudman Olympic Triathlon Event: Olympic Triathlon Weather: Hot, but otherwise a great day for a triathlon.

Steady Bike Effort Powers a Solid Endurance Test Michelle Jackson's day was defined by a strong cycling leg, where she averaged roughly 15.4 mph over the bike course, highlighted by a mid-ride segment where she clocked 3:323:33/mile splits some of the fastest pacing in her race. This surge moved her up significantly in the standings, climbing from 1,195th after T1 to as high as 661st by the bike's final stretch, showing strong bike fitness and pacing control. The run told a different story, with her pace gradually slowing from 9:58 per mile early on to over 14:00 per mile by the final miles. This late fade cost her some positions gained on the bike, finishing 1,070th overall out of 1,987 participants and 271st among women. Her swim pace, aided by the Snake River's current, was moderate at just over 35 minutes per mile swum. Overall, this race showcased a bike-run balance where sustaining run pace late could unlock further gains.