Date: Sept. 12, 2026 Participant: Michiel van Schoor #4458 Race: 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Finish at Half Marathon Michiel van Schoor demonstrated remarkable consistency and speed throughout the 2026 REVEL Big Cottonwood Half Marathon. Achieving an impressive finish time of 1:17:47, he averaged a pace of 5:56 min/mile across the entire 13.1 miles. His ability to maintain a strong rhythm placed him 10th overall among 2630 participants and 9th in the male category. Notably, he secured 2nd place in his age division (M 25-29), underscoring his competitive edge. Michiel's pacing strategy was noteworthy. After a strong start with a 5:58 min/mile first mile, he showed a significant pace improvement, hitting his fastest mile at 5:32 around the 5th mile mark. Although the last few miles saw a slight decline in pace, with mile 13 recorded at 6:37 min/mile, he maintained a solid overall finish. A focus on late-race pacing could further enhance his performance in future races. Overall, a commendable effort in a competitive field.