Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Francois Sissoko #919 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Progression Marked by Improved Performance Francois Sissoko completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent half marathon with a commendable time of 4:26:11, showing noticeable improvement compared to the previous year. His average pace of 19:55 minutes per mile was an improvement from the 20:40 minutes per mile pace he achieved in 2024. Francois climbed from 642nd to 611th place overall out of 2049 participants and improved his gender placement from 483rd to 460th. Notably, his division placement for ages 30-34 improved from 83rd to 78th, highlighting his progress in pacing and performance. The race data reveals consistent pacing in the early segments, such as a brisk 3:25 over the first 0.43 miles and a pace of 7:58 minutes per mile. As the ascent progressed, especially past the 10-mile mark, there was a significant slow down with a pace of 27:35 to 30:01 minutes per mile in the final segments, indicative of the altitude's impact. Continued focus on high-altitude training could further enhance his performance in future races.