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Date: Nov. 30, 2025 Participant: Owen Nelson #7756 Race: 2025 UW Medicine Seattle Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Dominant Mid-Race Performances with Slight Final Stretch Slowdown Owen Nelson showcased an impressive performance at the 2025 UW Medicine Seattle Marathon. With a start that saw him clock a brisk 5:21 for the first mile, his pace fluctuated slightly but remained consistently strong through the first half, maintaining positions within the top 5 overall multiple times. Particularly noteworthy were miles 1, 3, and 6, each completed in approximately 5:21, demonstrating Owen's capability to maintain a competitive speed amidst varying race dynamics. As the race progressed, Owen encountered a challenge maintaining pace, with splits from mile 22 onward, where his pace shifted over 6 minutes per mile. His fastest recorded split was at mile 16, where he managed a swift 4:49. While Owen finished the marathon in 2:28:53, securing a second-place finish in his division, focusing on maintaining constant energy and speed through the final miles could optimize future performances and capitalize on his strong start and mid-race efforts.