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Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Melinda Hortin #3428 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start, Strong Finish Despite Late Challenges Melinda Hortin demonstrated a consistent and strategic pace throughout the first half of the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon. Starting with a steady 10:07 min/mile for the first two miles, Melinda gradually increased her speed, achieving her fastest split of 9:00 min/mile by the fourth mile. The race data ranks her 39th in her division after mile two, showing impressive early progress. Despite a slight drop in pace from mile eight onwards, Melinda maintained determination, completing the half marathon in 2:15:18 with an overall pace of 10:19 min/mile. Her overall placement improved significantly compared to the start, concluding 77th in her division. Consider placing a little more focus on maintaining the mid-race pace for future races. Excellent effort in bridging early divides within your division and securing a solid position by the race's end. Keep refining that control over pace, and future races may see even better results.