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Date: Sept. 20, 2025 Participant: Anthony Cruz #329 Race: 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Early Performance with Consistent Endurance Uphill Anthony Cruz completed the 2025 Pikes Peak Ascent Half Marathon with a finish time of 3:13:56. Starting strong, he moved from 574th place at the start to 130th at the Ruxton checkpoint within just 3 minutes and 10 seconds. This early surge included a swift 7:23 pace, showcasing impressive speed on the initial climb. He held a consistent pace around 13 minutes per mile in the mid-stages, staying well within the top 130. In the challenging final miles above tree line, Anthony maintained a steady pace despite the rising altitude and steep terrain. His splits between "2 Miles To Go" and the finish were notably stable within an 18-minute per mile range. Ending in 94th place overall, Anthony saw a significant improvement in standings at "1.5 Miles To Go," reaching 47th place before continuing to push through to the end. Consider focusing on maintaining speed in the final section to further improve results.