Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Melinda Yelverton #1663 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Melinda Yelverton from Phoenix, AZ, completed the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon with a total time of 5:53:50 and an average pace of 13:30 minutes per mile. She competed in the Female 50-54 division, securing the 18th position. Notably, she demonstrated impressive consistency in pacing early on, with her first four splits all staying under 12-minute miles. An exceptional highlight in Melinda's race was her remarkable division placement of 9th place at mile 12, showcasing a strong mid-race performance. There was a slight increase in paces after mile 4, with some splits reaching over 13 minutes per mile. However, Melinda maintained resilience, finishing in a strong position, even placing 11th in her division at the final mile split. Keeping splits closer to her early pace can be a goal for future improvement. Overall, her participation added valuable experience and demonstrated steadfastness.