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Olympian Jared Ward Claims Deseret News 10K | Salt Lake City News
Jared Ward, a former Olympian and BYU professor with an MBA from Oxford, just smashed the field at the Deseret News 10K in Salt Lake City, winning in 28:04 — his first victory since 2023. Running at a blistering 4:31 pace despite scorching summer heat, Ward sees the race as more than training — it’s a chance to stay sharp, connect with Utah’s running community, and compete against elite talent. With a sixth-place Olympic marathon finish and World Championship experience under his belt, Ward’s win proves he’s still at the top. Second place went to reigning marathon champ Michael Ottesen, with…
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