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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Taylor Gunder #11623 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 Performances with Tactical Finish During the 2025 Mesa Marathon, Taylor Gunder displayed excellent pacing throughout the race. Starting with a steady pace of 10:17 min/mile for the initial mile, she maintained a consistent speed with most splits staying near the 10-minute mark. Notably, Taylor achieved her fastest split between miles 7 and 8 at 8:42 min/mile, demonstrating her ability to strategically push her limits. Taylor's performance showcased a balanced strategy by maintaining her energy levels. In the latter part of the race, she experienced a brief slowdown after mile 12, with a split of 12:24 min/mile. Yet, she managed to regain momentum in the final stretch with a faster split of 10:20 min/mile. Overall, she completed the marathon in 4:44:19, an impressive pace of 10:51 min/mile. Holding the 140th position in her age division, Taylor's performance reflects her solid capability, with a potential focus on sustaining her fast splits for even longer in future races.