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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Aubrey Gibbons #15445 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort with Opportunities to Refine Strategy Aubrey Gibbons completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an overall time of 2:33:19, averaging an 11:42 min/mile pace. Aubrey's strongest performance came at the outset with a 10:34 min/mile pace. Interestingly, the second split was completed at a 10:02 min/mile, which was the fastest among all segments, showcasing her potential for strong starts. The pace gradually slowed, with splits reaching up to 12:50 min/mile, indicating a possible area to explore for consistent pacing throughout. Reviewing Aubrey's past marathon performances, her times have varied. Her past speedy runs include a 1:55:21 at the 2020 Mesa Marathon, contrasting with the more recent 2:24:07 in 2024. Observing the pace fluctuation in this race, Aubrey might consider focusing on maintaining a steadier pace, particularly beyond the initial strong miles, as this could close the gap towards her earlier achievements. Keep analyzing those splits to find a balance that works best throughout the course.