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Date: Nov. 1, 2025 Participant: Kory Markel #2103 Race: 2025 Vacation Races | Joshua Tree Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Remarkable Division Win Kory Markel delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Vacation Races Joshua Tree Half Marathon, finishing with an elapsed time of 1:37:55 and an average pace of 7:28 min/mile. Markel's strategic pacing was evident from the very start. He initially had an 8:04 min/mile split for the first mile, then steadily increased his pace, specifically achieving a notable split of 6:44 min/mile by the 13th mile. He placed 12th overall out of 1,330 participants, showcasing consistent improvements in his positioning throughout the race. Exceptional split times on miles 9 and 13, both under 7 minutes, highlight Markel's strong finish. Placing first in his division (M30-34) is a testament to his focused strategy. To further enhance future races, consider maintaining the momentum established in the latter half of the race from earlier on. Overall, a consistent performance with room for strategic evolution.