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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Owen Gabris #263 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Finish With Improved Division Rank Owen Gabris completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon in 3:30:48, covering the 13.36-mile course at a pace of 15:46 min/mile. He ranked 165th overall out of 2049 participants and ascended significantly in his division, placing 4th in the O16-19 category, up from 8th in the previous year. His performance this year saw an improvement in divisional standing, reflecting focused efforts in targeted areas. Analyzing splits, Owen showed strong progress during the climb. He began with an impressive 7:59 pace at Ruxton, though naturally slowing in the high-altitude sections. His split pace at 1.5 miles to go peaked as he jumped from 194th to 79th overall briefly. Owen's strategic pacing suggests a promising understanding of tackling steeper segments and managing fatigue. Consistent improvement in divisional ranking highlights his potential. Working on endurance for high-altitude sections might support overall time reduction in future events.