Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Jacob Cruz #1173 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Division Winner Jacob Cruz delivered a compelling performance at the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon, recording a total time of 3:07:09 and an average pace of 7:08 min/mile. Notably, Cruz maintained his top division position in the Male 19-24 category throughout the race. A consistently strong effort is evident in his split times, with a notable early acceleration between miles 4 (6:20) and 5 (7:06). While maintaining the lead in his division, his overall and gender placements hovered around the top 30%, finishing 12th overall and 10th among male competitors in a field of 637 participants. A marked improvement in position is seen at mile 12, advancing temporarily into 5th overall. Opportunities for polishing his endurance can be noted in the final segments, where splits began to gradually increase. The shift in cadence suggests room to strategize final push pacing. Nonetheless, securing first in his division is a testament to his consistent race strategy.