Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Xiaokun Deng #1753 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Steady Strides and Strong Finish Xiaokun ran a consistent race at the 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon, maintaining a solid average pace of 7:19 min/mile over 26.2 miles. Particularly impressive were his mid-race splits, with consecutive miles posting times under 7 minutes, specifically between miles 7 and 15, where his quickest split was mile 7 at 6:49. Strategically pacing through the marathon, Xiaokun showed slight fluctuation in speed towards the end, with the last few miles slowing marginally but still sustaining under 8:00 min/mile. He placed 12th in the M55-59 age division, out of a competitive field of 2690 participants, finishing with a time of 3:12:07. Consider focusing on maintaining early race speed through to the finish to improve placement in future races. Nonetheless, the performance remains commendable, showcasing endurance and consistency. Well done with your efforts, Xiaokun!