Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Luis Emmanuel Villa Hernandez #3924 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Paced with Precision: Consistent Splits and Strong Finish Luis Emmanuel Villa Hernandez delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. He maintained a consistent pace, highlighted by a notable progression over the final miles. His average elapsed pace was 7:46 min/mile, achieving an overall time of 3:23:32. A strong second half saw improvements, particularly between miles 20 to 23. Impressively, he executed his fastest mile with a 7:03 min/mile at mile 10, indicating effective energy management. Key statistical highlights include a substantial climb in performance, finishing 21st in the M40-44 division and 187th overall out of 1398 participants. Notably, positions were sustained well throughout, with an upward shift starting from mile 16. Strength lies in pacing strategy, yet maintaining pace during the later miles would benefit future events. Overall, his effort reflects a well-executed race, tapping into potential competitive advantages in subsequent races. Keep up the great work, Luis!