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Date: July 26, 2026 Participant: Jared Pacheco #1026 Race: 2026 Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Opening Mile Leads to Top Finish Jared Pacheco showcased his running skills at the 2026 Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon, securing a commendable third place overall out of 3,121 participants. The 21-year-old from Sonoma, CA, kicked off the race with a swift 5:57 opening mile that saw him leading the pack. Over the next five miles, Jared maintained his lead, demonstrating early control of the race with an impressive elapsed pace of 5:48 to 6:04 minutes per mile. However, by mile 8, despite maintaining a strong pace, Jared slipped to third place. His finish, clocking in at 1:23:44 with a closing mile of 6:18, secured him the 3rd position both overall and in the male division, reflecting a consistent performance despite a mid-race shuffle. It's a performance that speaks volumes about his potential, especially when compared to an event with such a sizable field.