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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Suhas Madappa #16220 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Mid-Race Performance Reflects Endurance Suhas Madappa completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an official time of 2:03:50, translating to a steady pace of 9:27 min/mile. Notably, Suhas maintained relatively steady split times, particularly in the middle of the race. Initial miles were paced at 8:27 min/mile, a strong start that slightly slowed as expected in longer races. The mid-race miles ranged from 9:14 to 9:30 min/mile, showcasing consistent pacing even amidst the rigorous demands of the course. The final 1.1 miles were completed with a time of 10:16, marking a stable finish. In his age division (M40-44), Suhas ranked 101 out of the total field, showing room to climb the ranks. However, comparing with previous performances, this half marathon time shows improved pacing over longer distances. Suhas might focus on maintaining the pace established in the opening miles throughout the race to optimize overall performance. Congratulations on the ongoing journey!