Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Satyanarayana Vaddavalli #1615 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Early Pacing with Opportunities for Late Race Adjustments Satyanarayana Vaddavalli delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon, maintaining strong pacing within the initial stages. The early miles exhibited consistent splits, beginning with a 7:17 min/mile pace and staying under 8:00 min/mile up through the 8th mile. Notably, Mile 1 and Mile 4 stood out, with split paces of 7:17 min/mile and 7:21 min/mile, respectively, while Mile 5 and Mile 6 showed the ability to recover pace after a slower split. It's important to highlight that he finished 5th in the M55-59 division at Mile 5, showing potential for that section. Towards the latter portion of the race, particularly from Mile 12 onward, there was a discernible increase in split times, culminating in a 13:28 min/mile for Mile 25. This impacted the overall average to a 9:35 min/mile pace. Ensuring sustained energy and pacing strategies could aid in maintaining early race speeds for future events. Notably, the steady pace in the final stretch, especially the 9:35 min/mile recorded for the overall marathon, ensures a solid foundation to build upon in subsequent races.