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Date: July 26th & 27th Participant: Charles Burton #3055 Race: 2025 Jack and Jill Downhill Marathon Half Marathon Saturday Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Stellar Division Win Charles Burton executed an impressive performance in the Half Marathon Saturday, maintaining a remarkably consistent pace throughout the race. Starting mile one with a swift 5:37 pace, he settled into an even 6:45 min/mile pace from miles eight through thirteen. His finish time of 1:28:31 earned him the first place in the M60-69 division, displaying an exceptional level of consistency and endurance for his age group. Throughout the race, Charles showcased strong splits, staying within a tight range of a few seconds and solidifying his eighth position within his gender category. It's noteworthy how his strong finish in the M60-69 division, despite an age of 68, demonstrates his commitment and effective race strategy. Focusing on maintaining that initial burst from the first mile across subsequent miles could enhance overall timing in future races.