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Date: May 9, 2026 Participant: Oliver Pope #2346 Race: 2026 Vacation Races Yosemite Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Finish in M30-34 Division Oliver Pope demonstrated excellent consistency and endurance during the 2026 Vacation Races Half Marathon in Yosemite. He clocked a total time of 1:18:56, maintaining an impressive average pace of 6:01 min/mile. Notably, Oliver achieved a first-place finish in the M30-34 division. His race began with a strong first mile at a 5:48 min/mile pace, setting a robust foundation for the rest of the event. Throughout the race, he demonstrated remarkable pacing discipline, particularly between miles 4 and 10, where he consistently recorded paces well below 6:00 min/mile. His standout segment was between the 9th and 10th miles, showing a striking acceleration to a 5:10 min/mile pace. While he slightly decelerated in the final miles, leading to a 6th place overall finish out of 3,795 participants, his mastery over pacing and endurance is commendable. More focus on the final stretch could further improve future performance.