Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Karen Gutierrez #2597 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Stronger Splits Lead to Division Victory Karen Gutierrez delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe 10K with an elapsed time of 55:24, maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. Notably, she held onto the first place in the F30-34 division from start to finish while moving up in the overall rankings. Her pace progressed from a 10:03 min/mile in the first mile to an impressive 7:48 min/mile by the final mile, finishing with an overall pace of 8:56 min/mile. Her performance showcased remarkable progress, particularly between miles four and six, where her pace escalated, reflecting significant endurance and speed improvement. Holding 9th place in gender and improving her overall standing to 23rd, Karen's pacing strategy was instrumental in her division victory. Future races might focus on closing early gaps to further enhance overall positioning. Her strong finish is a promising indication of her running prowess.