Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Nal Lokeshwar #1380 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent First Place Finish in Division During the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon, Nal Lokeshwar delivered a strong performance, consistently maintaining the lead in the M75-79 division. His steady pace began with a 9:44 min/mile at the first mile and averaged out to 11:53 min/mile over the 26.2 miles, with a total time of 5:11:35. The early splits were particularly robust, with paces under 10 minutes per mile for the first few segments, including a swift 9:09 min/mile at mile four. As the race progressed, a slight increase in split times was observed, especially in the latter half, highlighting opportunities to maintain pacing consistency through the marathons latter stages. Despite this, Lokeshwar's efforts secured him the top spot in his division, and he finished 423rd overall among 637 participants, and 225th among the male competitors. His commitment and stamina contributed to a commendable division victory and showcased the impact of tactical pace setting. Keep pushing that consistent effort and consider pacing strategies for endurance over longer distances.