Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: rafael ortega #8014 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish in Age Group Rafael Ortega demonstrated a solid performance in the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon & 10K, completing the 10K race with an impressive time of 59:16 and an average pace of 9:33 min/mile. He achieved 3rd place in the M60-64 age division out of 8 competitors, showing significant progress from a previous race in the M50-54 division. Rafael's overall pacing strategy was well-executed, with splits showing a steady improvement from 10:23 min/mile in the first mile to a swift 9:09 min/mile by mile six. Notably, his placement progressed positively throughout the race, climbing from 559th to 365th overall, and from 310th to 245th among male competitors. He moved efficiently through the ranks, reflecting a strong, consistent effort. The improvement in Rafael's pacing indicates effective training; continuing to focus on maintaining and possibly enhancing this developed speed over the full distance could yield even better results.