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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Jason Murray #16497 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish Jason Murray demonstrated a consistent improvement in pace during the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. Starting with a 9:16 min/mile in the first mile, he gradually increased his speed, exemplified by a final mile split of 7:56 min/mile. This strategy helped him close the race with an overall time of 1:54:02, averaging an 8:42 min/mile pace. It's notable that his overall rank improved significantly, finishing 1129th out of 4125 participants. His most substantial improvement was between the 6th and 7th miles, where he reduced his split time by 43 seconds. The final miles showcased his ability to maintain and accelerate his pace, rising from the 1500s to just under the top 1000 overall by the end. Keeping up the strong final push will be key in future races. Consider maintaining the progressive pace strategy, which clearly works well in gaining competitive placement towards the latter part of the race.