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PITTSBURGH  — Ideal fall running temperatures inspired nearly 5,000 to run or walk the EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler & 10K. Runners from 30 states and four countries participated, including top running talent who competed for the $11,000 prize purse.

“This year’s EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler and 10K inspired so many to challenge themselves, whether they were racing for the prize purse or walking their first-ever 10K,” said Troy Schooley, P3R CEO. “P3R is committed to igniting a passion for movement and wellness for all, and it was great to celebrate the hard work and effort of all of today’s finishers.”

In the men’s race, Matt Baxter, from Flagstaff, Ariz., took an early lead and crossed the finish line in 47:54. Alejandro Ambrosio, from Boulder, Colo., finished second in 48:15, and Dylan Gearinger, from Philadelphia, finished third in 48:28. 

On the women’s side, Maddie Van Beek, from Fargo, N.D., broke the finishers' tape in 59:01, and won the top prize of $2,500. Joanna Thompson, from New York City, finished second in 59:27, and Jen Bigham, from Pittsburgh, finished third in 59:53.

This year’s participants began their 10-mile journey on West Carson Street near Highmark Stadium and entered the Military and First Responders Appreciation Mile presented by Howmet Aerospace. They continued through Mister Roger’s Mile after crossing the West End Bridge, where volunteers in red sweaters handed out water. Next up was the DICK’S Sporting Goods City of ChampYinz Mile, where runners were greeted by the Pittsburgh Steel Line, Iceburgh, and the Pittsburgh Pierogies as they ran by Acrisure Stadium and PNC Park. In the final stretch through the Strip District, the Motivation Mile with various cheer groups inspired participants to push through the final two miles and finish on Liberty Avenue in front of EQT Plaza.  

More than 1,100 participated in the EQT Pittsburgh 10K, which started near mile four of the 10-mile course. This year 284 participated in the first-ever Walking Division. Jacob Kerstetter, from Pittsburgh, was the first men’s finisher with a time of 35:50, and Nicole Feng, from Pittsburgh, was the first women’s finisher with a time of 40:42.

Parents and guardians could also take advantage of Kids of STEEL programming during the race, which allowed adults to run the race while their kids participated in fun activities at Highmark Stadium.

More than 300 runners earned an extra medal this morning by completing the #RUNWithP3R Challenge, which included the 2023 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events, the 2023 Fleet Feet Liberty Mile and today’s EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler and 10K.

For more information and complete results for the 2023 EQT Pittsburgh 10 Miler & 10K, visit: www.Pittsburgh10Miler.org. 

About P3R

P3R is the region’s go-to premier sporting event and experience expert. While best known for the annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R organizes up to 20 major events every year. With a rich history of working with top-tier clients such as the Pittsburgh Steelers, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, the Pittsburgh Penguins, the National Senior Games, and more, P3R brings operational excellence to every aspect of event planning and execution. As part of P3R’s non-profit mission to inspire any and all to MOVE with us, we provide premium event experiences and robust programming - including the Run for a Reason Charity Program, award-winning Kids of STEEL program, Pittsburgh Corporate Challenge, RUN Varsity, and more - that engage everyone in the Western Pennsylvania community and beyond.

About the EQT Foundation

The EQT Foundation was established by EQT Corporation, the top natural gas producer in the country, and is committed to the social and economic vitality of our operating regions. The EQT Foundation believes in meaningful engagement with the communities it calls home, and takes great pride in the role as both a responsible and responsive corporate citizen. The EQT Foundation has developed strong partnerships with a variety of nonprofit organizations to enrich the diversity and viability of our communities, sustain the principles of continuous learning, and focus on environmental protection efforts. Read more at: www.eqt.com/community/eqt-foundation