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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Megan Burke #22 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Exceptional Performance: Top 5 Gender and Division Finishes Megan Burke, a seasoned runner from Salida, CO, delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon. She completed the challenging 13.36-mile course in 2:59:32, maintaining an average pace of 13:26 min/mile. Notably, Megan secured 4th place in her gender and division categories out of 2049 participants—a commendable achievement. At the start, Megan held 67th place among women and climbed steadily through the ranks. By the time she reached Barr Camp at 7.91 miles, Megan was leading her division. She faced the toughest challenge during the ascent's final miles, where her pace naturally slowed, culminating in a 17:19 min/mile split as she crossed the finish line. Throughout, Megan's consistent pacing and strategic navigation of the climb demonstrated remarkable resilience and tactical insight. Continued focus on enhancing her pace during high-altitude sections could further elevate her performance.