Same weekend, same weather, same stakes — and the boys brought the heat.

While Region 3 was still drying out from Friday’s downpour, the rest of the state’s distance runners got their business done. By Sunday, 96 boys had punched their tickets to Myers Stadium. Here’s the full picture on the 800m and 1600m.

The top two finishers per region earn automatic berths (marked x). The fastest third-place time across all four regions in each event earns the wild card (marked x as well). Third-place finishers who don’t claim the wild card go home.

Race Preview: Boys Distance Events at the 2026 Texas A&M Bluebonnet Invitational

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The boys distance races at the 2026 Texas A&M Bluebonnet Invitational are loaded with talent, intrigue, and the kind of early-season uncertainty that makes these meets so fun to watch. Whether you’re here for tactical 800m racing, a loaded mile field, or the wide-open 3200, there’s something worth staying for in every event. Here’s what to watch.