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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Olivia Hogenkamp #2019 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Uphill Effort with Strong Finish Olivia Hogenkamp demonstrated determination on the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon, completing the challenging course in 5:12:18. Starting at the 672nd position, Olivia maintained a consistent pace, earning an impressive 9:47 min/mile at the Ruxton checkpoint. Her lowest split pace was 11:58 min/mile at Hydro Street. As she progressed, the ascent to the Top of W's marked a noticeable slowdown due to elevation gain, clocking in at a 21:48 min/mile pace. The increasing altitude influenced her pace, especially during the final uphill miles above the treeline. Remarkably, Olivia held her place within her age division steadily, finishing 39th in the F25-29 category. The final 0.5 miles at a pace of 27:17, and the last stretch to the Finish at a 33:22 min/mile pace highlight her perseverance at high altitude. This consistent performance throughout an altitude rise of over 7,700 feet lays a solid foundation for future races.