Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Martin Dorantes #14658 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 Pace with a Strong Finish Martin Dorantes demonstrated impressive pacing throughout the 2025 Mesa Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 9:13 min/mile across the 26.2-mile course. His most consistent mile times were noticeable, with an admirable early split set at 8:39 min/mile at mile 4, followed closely by a finish at 9:14 min/mile. Notably, Martin made a significant position gain at mile 19, moving up from 1647th to 1131st place overall. Throughout the race, Martin's standing showed a resilient determination, positioned 1591st out of 3624 overall and securing 174th in his M25-29 division. The slight decline in pace in the latter segments hints at opportunities to refine endurance for a more sustained effort in future runs. Maintaining the boost in speed evidenced early in the race could prove beneficial. Overall, the performance was steady, showcasing Martin's capability to sustain a rhythmic pace and hit crucial splits strategically.