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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Gary Millslagle #14194 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Notable Division Performance In the 2026 Mesa Marathon, Gary Millslagle completed the 26.2-mile course in 4:05:48, maintaining an average pace of 9:22 min/mile. His performance placed him 6th in the M65-69 division out of a total of 3509 participants. Noteworthy within his performance were splits that showcased a steady opening with his fastest mile at 8:31. Consistency was evident within the first four splits, as each was below his average pace. However, as the race progressed, there was a slight increase in split times, with mile 20 marking his slowest at 10:27. Gary, your initial pace was commendable and maintained through the first half. There is room to improve pacing strategies in the later miles, particularly around miles 19 to 21 where splits exceeded 10 minutes. Focusing on sustainable pacing in these segments may enhance overall time and positioning within your division. Your history of strong performances suggests capability for such improvements. Keep pushing forward with these insights.