Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Michelle Chau #1140 Race: 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Top Divisional Finish Michelle Chau maintained a strong performance throughout the 2026 REVEL Reno Tahoe Marathon, completing the race in 3:09:09. Michelle recorded a pace of 7:13 minutes per mile over the 26.2-mile course. Particularly noteworthy is her consistency in the early stages, starting the race with a swift 6:15-minute mile and maintaining an impressive pace, with just four miles pacing above 8 minutes, which indicates a well-paced race strategy. She made significant improvements in her overall ranking, initially starting at 14th place in the overall field and finishing impressively in 5th place. Remarkably, Michelle maintained a leading position in her division and gender for most of the race, ultimately securing 2nd place in both categories in a field of 637 participants. Despite minor fluctuations in pace, particularly in her 14th and 20th mile, Michelle managed to regain speed and finish strong, showcasing resilience and strategic pacing adjustments. Excellent effort, Michelle!