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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Julie Draguns #11144 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 Dominance with a Division Win Julie Draguns, running for the Boston Buddies, completed the 2025 Mesa Marathon with an impressive time of 3:33:17, securing her position as first in the F60-64 division. Her consistent pacing, averaging an 8:08 min/mile, shows a strong performance across all splits with the majority falling around the 7:50 to 8:10 min/mile range. Julie maintained her lead throughout, consistently placing first in her division across each mile. Notable splits include a swift 7:36 for mile 7 and a few sub-8:00 miles, reflecting her competency in managing her pace through the marathon. Comparing with past performances, Julie's recent finish time was slightly slower than her 2024 Mesa Marathon finish of 3:27:33, marked by a swift 7:55 min/mile average. However, her ability to maintain a steady pace and secure the top division spot is commendable. Consideration could be given to managing slight pacing deceleration witnessed beyond mile 21, but her division win solidifies her strength as a top competitor.