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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Casey Raffetto #10112 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 Performance Amidst Pace Fluctuations Casey Raffetto, a 32-year-old runner from Baltimore, delivered a commendable performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile course in 3:36:46, achieving an average pace of 8:16 min/mile. She secured 58th in her division (F30-34) out of many competitors, showcasing her competitive edge. Notably, Casey's pace fluctuated slightly, with splits ranging from 7:22 min/mile at mile 26 to a slower 9:29 min/mile at mile 5, indicating areas where speed could be enhanced. Her final split displayed a strong finish with her fastest mile at 7:22 min/mile. Throughout the race, Casey's rank evolved, showing resilience as she strategically paced herself. Starting strong with a 7:54 min/mile, Casey's consistency kept her competitive, with the majority of her splits around her average pace. Encouraged to maintain consistency in pace, narrowing split time fluctuations, Casey can further improve her standing in future races. Keep focusing on even pacing to enhance overall performance.