Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Joshua Fajardo #11614 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start with Late Race Adjustments Joshua began the 2026 Mesa Marathon with a promising pace, registering his fastest mile at 6:36 minutes in mile 7. His initial 4 miles displayed a consistent pace around 6:43 min/mile, highlighting a steady start. His best position was during mile 8, with an impressive overall placement of 180. It's notable that Joshua maintained a sub-7-minute pace through the first half of the race, reflecting his strong early performance. In the latter part of the race, split times increased gradually, with the longest mile (9:37) occurring in mile 23. The final average pace was 7:24 min/mile, indicating a deceleration over the course. Strategically, focusing on endurance towards the end and maintaining speed in late stages can enhance overall performance. Participating as part of "The Flock" team, Joshua finished 418th overall, within the top 12% of finishers in a field of 3,509 participants, showcasing a solid performance at a competitive event.