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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Rene Felix #1838 Race: 2025 M2B Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Pace and Top Division Finish Rene Felix, a 35-year-old runner from San Jose, CA, demonstrated consistent pacing and determination at the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach Marathon. With an impressive overall time of 2:41:26, Rene maintained an average pace of 6:09 minutes per mile over the 26.2-mile course. Notably, Rene secured the 1st place in the M35-39 division among a field of 2277 participants, showcasing mastery within his age group. Throughout the marathon, Rene displayed consistent pacing, notably achieving negative splits from miles 5 to 11, with his fastest mile at a swift 5:48 pace at mile 12. While his pace slightly varied over the course, his ability to regain momentum and consistently perform at a top level within his division is commendable. To further improve, focusing on maintaining the pace in the final miles could enhance overall performance for even stronger finishes in future races.