Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Yuhui Zheng #3739 Race: 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Impressive Split Consistency with Strong Finishing Kick Yuhui Zheng delivered an impressive performance in the 2025 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon, maintaining a consistent pace and strong pacing strategy throughout. Starting with a steady pace of 7:13 for the first mile, Yuhui quickly picked up the pace, achieving his fastest mile at mile 22 with a time of 6:13. Notably, his overall elapsed pace registered at an impressive 6:40 min/mile for the 26.2-mile race. His progress through the race demonstrated a well-maintained pace with very minimal fluctuations, indicating well-planned race management skills. Throughout the marathon, Yuhui's positioning strengthened progressively. Despite some initial fluctuations in placement, he improved significantly, ultimately finishing 3rd in the M50-54 division. Maintaining steady splits, he demonstrated his endurance and ability to sustain speed over long distances. The final stretch of the marathon showcased his endurance, as he not only sped up towards the end but also secured a position within the top ranks. Continuing this strategy in future races could further improve results.