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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Alvaro Alva #10790 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start Fades in Later Miles Alvaro Alva displayed a powerful start at the 2026 Mesa Marathon, covering the first mile in 6:20 min/mile, positioning himself 92nd overall. The pace remained consistent for the initial half, maintaining an average of 6:34 min/mile by mile 13. Notably, his highest placing in his division occurred at mile 13 where he was 38th, indicating a solid start within his age group. In the latter half, the pace decreased, with miles 15 to 20 witnessing a significant drop, averaging over 10 minutes per mile. The transition from a 6:34 pace to a 7:49 pace by the finish line suggests endurance can be an area for development. Alvaro concluded the marathon in 3:25:08, placing 625th overall, 486th among men, and 111th in the M30-34 division. Continued focus on sustaining pace in the later miles could enhance overall performance in future races.