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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Swathi Mekanaboyina #19092 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Progressive Finish Swathi Mekanaboyina completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K with an overall time of 1:40:24, averaging a pace of 16:11 min/mile. Impressively, she finished faster than her previous performances in 2024 and 2025. Starting strong with a first mile pace of 15:05 min/mile, Swathi maintained a consistent pace throughout, recording her fastest splits in the first mile and the fifth mile at 16:14 min/mile. Her final mile marked an improvement with a pace of 15:27 min/mile, highlighting her ability to finish strong. Analyzing her performance, Swathi held steady in her placement within the F35-39 division, concluding at 156th place. The overall improvement in her pace from previous years reflects enhanced endurance and stronger pacing strategy. Continuing to focus on reducing variability between split times could further optimize her performance. Swathi's dedication undoubtedly shows potential for future improvements in her pacing consistency. Keep advancing your form and pacing techniques.