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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Sean Murphy #1886 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Progression with Strategic Pacing Sean Murphy showcased remarkable consistency during the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent, covering 13.36 miles in a time of 5:05:05. Starting in 992nd place overall, he fluctuated in standings but demonstrated resilience, finishing in 1034th place among 2049 participants. Notable for Sean was maintaining a steady overall pace of 22:50 min/mile in such altitude variations, considering the challenging elevation from 6303 feet to 14061 feet. Key performance highlights included a strong initial segment, maintaining a pace of 10:27 min/mile at the Ruxton checkpoint. Despite the expected slow down in higher elevations, especially during the final three miles with paces around 30 minutes per mile, Sean held firm in the rankings. As altitude increased, strategic pacing became crucial, and his effort in the penultimate mile with a split of 27:06 min/mile showed his capability to manage extreme conditions effectively. Consider reviewing pacing strategies for higher elevations for future races.