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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Melvin Betani #10471 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 Steady Effort Displays Growth Melvin delivered a commendable performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, clocking a time of 4:09:13. His overall pace was 9:30 minutes per mile, and he ranked 16th in his M65-69 division among the 3624 participants. His pacing consistency is highlighted by nine splits under 9:30 min/mile. Notably, his fastest splits came at miles 17 (8:55) and 12 (8:58). Melvin’s ability to maintain a pace close to 9:30 min/mile underlines a strategic and sustained effort. Comparing past performances, Melvin shows substantial improvement from his 2024 Mesa Marathon, where he completed the race in 4:22:17, and from his 2023 race with a pace of 10:19 min/mile. This year’s race marks his best pacing among the Mesa Marathons he has participated in from 2022 to 2025. Future races might benefit from a focus on reducing slower split times, such as mile 21, with a pace of 10:14. Overall, the steady pacing strategy and improved performance reflect his ongoing dedication and progress in marathon racing.