Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Thu Le Mai #3390 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Consistent Pace with Strategic Gains Thu Le Mai completed the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon with a finish time of 3:56:18, translating to an average pace of 9:01 min/mile. Starting with a pace of 9:35 in the initial mile, she improved her splits, notably achieving a standout split of 6:07 in the fifth mile. Her performance saw a consistent ascent in rankings between miles 14 to 16, advancing in her division. Notably, she secured 9th place at mile 24 in the F50-54 division before finishing 17th. Interestingly, compared to previous races, her finish time was slower than prior years, but she accomplished significant progress in climbing the rankings overall. Focus on maintaining energy for the later stages of the race could further enhance placement and finish time. Her achievements in the team "Super Dien OC" span consistently high division placements, demonstrating competitive spirit among 1398 participants.