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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Que Pham #13240 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 Pace and Top Division Performance Que Pham delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, maintaining first place in her F75-79 division throughout the entire race. Starting strong with a 10:15 min/mile pace for her first mile, she demonstrated exceptional consistency with her paces staying within the range of 10:05 to 13:44 min/mile overall. Her total time was 5:11:49, with an average pace of 11:54 min/mile, placing her 972nd among female participants, and 2743rd overall out of 3624. A notable highlight of Que’s race was her ability to hold her division lead from start to finish, evidencing her strategic pacing. Despite a slight deceleration around mile 21 with a split time of 14:58, she effectively regained momentum. Going forward, a focus on maintaining steadier split times in the second half could further enhance her performance. Her dedication and consistency remain commendable, particularly at her achievement in the F75-79 division.