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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Thai Le #16082 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort With Strategic Variations Thai Le completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon in 1:54:25, maintaining an average pace of 8:44 min/mile over the 13.1-mile course. His strongest mile was the second, clocking in at an 8:08 min/mile pace, demonstrating a strategic early push. Mile 3 saw a slower pace of 9:02 min/mile, potentially requiring adjustments mid-race to regain speed. Subsequent splits showed consistent pacing, maintaining around the 8:40-8:50 min/mile range and concluding with an 8:39 min/mile in the last segment. Thai's performance, especially in the M60-64 division, placed him 16th amidst a competitive field, indicating well-maintained fitness. His pacing consistency is a strength, though slightly more aggressive starts may be beneficial for future outings. With a history of faster times in previous half marathons, particularly the sub-1:50 efforts, maintaining speed through the mid-race sections could contribute to improvements in placing and time.