Results/Photos

Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Preston Chin #790 Race: 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace, Strong Finish Preston Chin demonstrated a well-paced run at the 2025 UTHealth Houston Half Marathon. Starting at a 9:28 min/mile pace for the first mile, Preston systematically improved his pace, completing the half marathon in 1:51:21 with an average pace of 8:30 min/mile. This improvement is evident in his splits, progressing from 9:28 min/mile in the early miles to 8:00 min/mile at mile 12, highlighting his ability to progressively accelerate. Particularly noteworthy is the acceleration in the final three miles, solidifying a strong finish. Among 4907 participants, Preston achieved an overall position of 909 and placed 72nd in the M20-24 division. Notably, his performance improved continually through the race, advancing from 112th to 69th in his division by the race's end. A potential area to focus on would be maintaining the initial pace a bit higher, ensuring even greater energy conservation for later in the race. Participation with the Fat Bao Running Club suggests teamwork and support, enhancing his overall performance.