Date: September 13, 2025 Participant: Alex(Oleksandr) Konovalov #1728 Race: 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Outstanding Division Leader Alex Konovalov delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon. Competing in the Male 50-54 division, Alex secured the top spot with a finishing time of 2:50:20 over the 26.2-mile course. His consistent pacing throughout the race, averaging a 6:30 min/mile pace, highlights his endurance and strategic approach to maintaining speed over long distances. Notably, Alex's strong start with a 5:45 min/mile first split set the tone for the race. From the halfway point, Alex remained consistently in the top 10 overall, showcasing excellent pacing skills and a strong finish. In the final stages of the marathon, his pace slightly decreased, with the last few miles clocking over 7 minutes per mile. For future races, focusing on sustaining that initial pace in the latter part of the race could further enhance his performance. Overall, leading his division and placing 10th overall are remarkable achievements.