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Date: February 8, 2025 Participant: Abbabiya Simbassa #23330 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.

Strong Performance with Impressive Splits in 10K Race Abbabiya Simbassa delivered an outstanding performance at the 2025 Mesa Marathon 10K. Displaying incredible speed and consistency, his total elapsed time was 28:10 over 6.2 miles, averaging a brisk pace of 4:32 min/mile. Notably, his fifth mile was the fastest, completed in just 4:13. He demonstrated strong positioning, finishing 3rd overall out of 2,107 participants and maintaining excellent standings in both gender and division categories. Analyzing the splits, Simbassa's strategies paid off as he was quick out of the gate and consistently adjusted his pace, peaking during the fifth mile with an impressive 4:13 min/mile split. Additionally, he showed resilience by reclaiming top positions in the first and third miles. Continuing to refine pacing and maintain momentum in mid-race stretches could enhance future performances. Overall, this race highlighted his competitive edge and potential for future highlights in his running career.