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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Vijayaraghava Reddy #13409 Race: 2025 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Marathon Pacing with Strong Division Performance Vijayaraghava demonstrated impressive consistency during the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile course with an overall elapsed time of 3:49:15. His average pace was 8:45 min/mile. Notably, his split times ranged from 7:54 min/mile to 10:27 min/mile, showing a minor decrease in pace as the race progressed, which is typical in a marathon setting. In particular, at mile 19, Vijayaraghava excelled with his fastest split of 8:12 min/mile, moving him up in the rankings. Vijayaraghava achieved a commendable 90th place within his division (Male 45-49) out of multiple competitors. His standing in the race showed consistent placing within this category, reflecting his strong performance throughout. While maintaining a more consistent pace in the latter miles could improve future times, Vijayaraghava's performance in this marathon establishes a solid foundation for future races. Overall, his consistent effort and strategic pacing during the race should be recognized and commended.