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Date: July 24, 2025 - Pioneer Day Participant: Nathaniel Vance #1431 Race: 2025 Deseret News Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Division Finish Nathaniel Vance delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Deseret News Marathon. Maintaining a consistent pace, Nathaniel completed the marathon in 2:52:01, averaging a pace of 6:33 min/mile. Remarkably, his strongest divisions were during the 8th mile, where he clocked a 5:50 min/mile, and from miles 7 to 25, where he steadied between 6:11 and 6:46 min/mile. His strategic pacing earned him a 3rd place finish in the M25-29 age division. Despite a slower split of 10:11 at mile 6, which shifted his standings briefly to 75th overall, Nathaniel recovered swiftly. He advanced impressively to 19th overall and 17th among males, showcasing resilience and tactical race management. To further enhance future performances, focusing on maintaining momentum during early slower phases might be beneficial. Overall, this race reflected Nathaniel's ability to execute well-thought-out pacing and endurance strategies.