Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Linda Yi #4005 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Dominance in Division with Strategic Pacing Linda Yi demonstrated exceptional prowess, pacing herself consistently to finish second in her division at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. Analyzing her race splits, she maintained a steady pace between 10:03 and 11:24 minutes per mile for the first 15 miles, showing tactical control. A notable acceleration occurred between miles 4 and 5, clocking a 7:24 pace, showing impressive speed management. Towards the latter part of the marathon, there was an observable slowdown, with her pace ranging from 11:13 to 14:47 minutes per mile. Despite this, she secured first place in the F70-74 division across nearly every split. Her overall time was 4:53:38 for the 26.2-mile course, averaging an 11:12 per mile pace. Analysis of pacing indicates a strong start and strategic finish, maintaining excellent rank relative to both overall participants and her gender. Consider incorporating additional speed workouts in future training to maintain pacing efficiency in later stages.