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Date: Oct. 26, 2025 Participant: Joy Pinckney #4514 Race: 2025 Las Vegas Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Splits with Potential for Pacing Adjustments Joy Pinckney completed the 2025 Las Vegas Marathon Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 2:27:49, achieving an average pace of 11:17 min/mile across 13.1 miles. Her splits reveal initial consistency with the first three miles ranging narrowly from 9:28 to 10:32, with a later transition to splits over 11:00. This indicates a pacing strategy that started strong but slightly intensified as the race progressed. Compared to her previous 7.02-mile race, there is a noticeable difference in pace, suggesting a variance in longer distances. In terms of standings, Joy positioned 57th in the F40-44 division. Notably, her best division placements occurred in splits six and 12, reflecting some stronger segments. It's worth noting that her recovery during mile 12 showed an improved position, where she overtook several competitors. Working on maintaining pace consistency in longer races could enhance overall performance and race placement. Keep building endurance and focus on maintaining a steady pace.