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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Jessica Tardy #18708 Race: 2025 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Performance with Fast Splits Jessica Tardy demonstrated impressive consistency and pacing in the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Registering an overall time of 1:30:17 and maintaining an average pace of 6:53 min/mile, Jessica managed to secure the 24th position in her division (F25-29) out of a competitive field of runners. Notably, her fastest split occurred between miles 12 and 13, where she clocked in at an assertive 6:17 min/mile. Her splits consistently remained under the 7-minute mark, showcasing her ability to maintain a strong and steady pace throughout the race. Throughout the 13.1 miles, Jessica's performance displayed significant strengths, particularly in the middle of the race where she improved her overall standing among female participants. Between miles 3 and 4, her placement in her division improved to 25th, highlighting her strategic racing skills and stamina. Enhancing the speed in the initial mile could potentially improve her overall standings even further.