Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Sun Shon #3760 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Steady, Consistent Performance with Mid-Race Challenge Sun Shon's marathon at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston showcased a steady and consistent performance. She completed the race in 4:58:42 with an average pace of 11:24 min/mile. A strong start was evident in her early miles, with a peak performance in the 5th mile, clocking a split pace of 7:25 min/mile, indicating a remarkable surge in energy. Analyzing her splits, the first segment had consistent sub-10:00 min/mile paces for the initial five miles. Her overall placement was 917 out of 1398 participants, and she held her own within the F55-59 division, placing 28th. The latter half of the marathon saw a decrease in pace, particularly from the 17th mile onward, with paces exceeding 11:24 min/mile. This trend marked an area of focus for future performance enhancements. Despite this slowdown, Sun demonstrated resilience as she completed the race, maintaining a place within the top third of finishers. She represents SoCal RUNNERS with pride and commitment.