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Date: Aug. 1, 2026 Participant: Jp Blanton #1095 Race: 2026 Vacation Races | Rocky Mountain Half Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace Shines with Strong Finish Jp Blanton from Dallas, TX, demonstrated a strong and consistent performance in the 2026 Vacation Races | Rocky Mountain Half Marathon. Maintaining a steady pace, Blanton averaged a 7:36 min/mile over the 13.1-mile course, finishing with a total time of 1:39:38. Notably, his splits reveal a significant surge in mile 11, clocking in at 6:39 min/mile, showcasing his ability to finish strong. The race pacing strategy saw incremental improvements after a slight early variance, with Blanton recovering from an initial slower mile two pace of 8:16 min/mile. By adopting a more consistent approach towards the latter half of the race, Blanton climbed the ranks to finish 13th overall and 12th in his gender category, while securing 4th in the M30-34 division. Focusing on maintaining this late-race surge could further enhance his future performances.