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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Shane Wilson #17652 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start, Steady Finish Shane Wilson recorded a total time of 1:37:59 in the 2026 Mesa Marathon, maintaining a steady pace throughout the half marathon 13.1-mile course. His performance showed consistency early, with sub-7:10 splits through the first nine miles, followed by a slight deceleration towards the end. Notably, he managed a quick start with identical 7:06 pace for the first two miles and achieved his fastest mile at a 7:02 pace in mile five. Throughout the race, Shane's pacing shifted from a consistent range to a more variable pace in the later miles, with a significant deviation in the 12th mile, clocking in at 10:34. Despite this, Shane still managed to finish strongly, moving up dramatically in the ranks from an early position of 375th to an eventual 303rd by mile nine, showcasing his ability to strategically regain position. Continuous speed-endurance work could help in maintaining a more uniform pace in later stages.