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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Habtamu Cheney #15747 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 Excellence with a Fast Finish Habtamu Cheney, a 25-year-old runner from Provo, UT, displayed remarkable speed throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon half marathon, completing the race in impressive fashion. Starting with a strong first mile at a 5:03 pace, Habtamu maintained a consistent pace throughout, showcasing a commendable mix of speed and stability. His average pace of 4:49 min/mile demonstrates his capability for maintaining high velocity over race distance. Habtamu exhibited a particularly strong performance in the final stages, finishing his last mile in 4:17, the fastest of all his splits. This helped secure a remarkable overall position in a competitive field of 3,859 participants, illustrating his ability to compete at high levels in his division. He consistently performed well, notably securing first place in his age category (M25-29) in multiple splits. Continuously focusing on maintaining such impressive paces could yield even greater outcomes in future races.