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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Anthony Belgiovine #10940 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Finish Despite Fluctuations in Pacing Anthony maintained a steady start, clocking a 5:52 min/mile pace in the first mile and gradually adjusting to a 5:58-6:00 min/mile range between miles 2 and 10. Notably, Anthony showed a strategic boost in speed during mile 11, achieving his fastest split at 5:44 min/mile. This effort resulted in a significant overall performance boost, contributing to his commendable third-place finish within his division. From miles 12 to 21, consistent pacing around 5:56-6:01 min/mile reflected strong endurance and rhythm. However, the splits during the final five miles saw a rise, peaking at 6:28 min/mile. Bringing the race to a close at 2:38:15 with an average pace of 6:02 min/mile indicates the potential to push the limits further. Consider focusing on speed endurance in latter segments to tighten overall race time and further ascend your standing in future events.