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Date: July 25, 2026 Participant: Marlene Schnakenberg #31612 Race: 2026 Napa to Sonoma 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Swift Pace to a Top Finish Marlene Schnakenberg from Coconut Creek, FL, delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Napa to Sonoma 5K, crossing the finish line in 21:32. Her strong, consistent pacing of 6:56 minutes per mile saw her place 21st overall out of 2,356 participants. Her time not only secured an 8th place finish among female competitors but also earned her a notable 2nd place in the F40-44 division. Starting with a solid first mile at exactly 7:00, Marlene picked up speed, especially in her third mile, clocking in at an impressive 6:48. This surge in the final stretch propelled her upward in the standings, elevating her from 10th in her gender early on to 5th by the close of mile three. With strengths evident in both strategy and execution, Marlene's performance is a memorable highlight of this year's race.