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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: McKay Tucker #18827 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 Start, Strong Finish McKay Tucker showcased a solid performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Beginning with a consistent pace, McKay maintained an impressive 7:34 min/mile pace for the first mile. He improved steadily through the third mile, where he achieved his fastest split at 7:22 min/mile. McKay's pace varied mid-race, with his pace slowing slightly from mile 4 to mile 7. Notably, he picked up the pace once again towards the end, finishing the final mile with a 7:34 min/mile pace, demonstrating his capability to maintain resilience throughout the race. Despite some fluctuations, McKay finished with an overall time of 1:43:14, averaging a 7:52 min/mile pace across the half marathon's 13.1 miles. Ending as 65th in his division and 411th in his gender category out of 3,859 participants is commendable. Reviewing the mid-section splits can provide insights for maintaining the early momentum in future races. Keep building on this foundation, as the final split shows your potential for a strong finish.