Results/Photos

Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Zev Caiyem #20723 Race: 2025 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions at 63°F, partly cloudy skies, and a slight breeze from the east in Mesa, AZ.

Consistent Effort with Strong Finish! Zev Caiyem's performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon was characterized by remarkable consistency and a speedy finish. Starting robustly, his first mile at 5:24 set a strong pace, ranking 3rd overall. Maintaining a steady rhythm, his subsequent splits remained impressively close, averaging around 5:21 minutes per mile over the initial stages of the race. This disciplined pacing placed him consistently within the top 10 for overall standings throughout the event. A notable highlight came during the final mile where Zev accelerated significantly, recording a split of 4:16. This rapid pace contributed to an overall time of 31:26 for the 10K, with an average pace of 5:04 minutes per mile. Although he finished 9th overall out of 2107 participants, Zev's exceptional closing speed suggests a potential for further breakthroughs in future events. Fine-tuning mid-race acceleration could yield even higher placements in upcoming races.