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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Yeil Park #13000 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace With Notable Improvements Yeil Park showcased noteworthy progress at the 2026 Mesa Marathon, clocking a final time of 3:20:57, significantly improving on his previous performances. Maintaining a steady average pace of 7:40 min/mile, Yeil demonstrated consistent effort throughout the race. He achieved an impressive elevation in his ranking, placing 102nd in the M30-34 division, up from previous years. Particularly strong splits were observed in miles 8 and 9, with times of 6:51 and 6:50 respectively, indicating good pacing strategy during the initial stages. Yeil's pacing was commendably consistent through the first half but there was noticeable deceleration in the latter stages, specifically in miles 20 through 24, where splits extended beyond 8:00 min/mile. Focusing on maintaining momentum in the final miles could prove beneficial for future races. Despite this, his overall performance shows significant improvement from previous marathon results, reducing his marathon time by over an hour since 2023, reflecting commitment and training advancements.