Date: March 28, 2026 Participant: Andres Olea #3544 Race: 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Unseasonably warm. Nice running temperatures at the start.

Dominant Performance in Division with Strategic Pacing Andres executed a strategic race at the 2026 REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon, maintaining a solid pace and securing first place in the M35-39 division. He demonstrated exceptional consistency, with most of his splits hovering around the 5:56 to 6:06 min/mile range, showcasing his steady endurance throughout the marathon distance. Notably, Andres advanced from 17th to 7th overall by the 9-mile mark and maintained a strong position for the remainder of the race. A standout performance was observed in the middle segments (6 to 13 miles) where Andres achieved splits under 6:00 min/mile, peaking at a blistering 5:36 on Mile 7. Although the pace slightly decreased in the later miles, Andres effectively managed his energy, resulting in a final time of 2:45:22. This strategic pacing allowed him to finish with an impressive top 10 overall, while winning his age division, indicating a finely-tuned race strategy.