Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: John Curley #15059 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with Strong Early Splits John Curley from Duluth, MN, had a noteworthy display at the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon. The race started with an impressive first mile split of 4:47 min/mile, placing John in 5th overall and leading his division. He maintained a sub-5 min/mile pace up to the 4-mile mark. Overall, his race pace was a steady 5:10 min/mile, showcasing his ability to sustain speed over long distances. Between the 5 and 10-mile marks, Johns split times ranged from 5:12 to 5:24 min/mile. He efficiently regained pace in the final mile with a 5:00 minute split, strong finish considering the mid-race pacing. Finding strategies to maintain his early pace consistency throughout could further enhance his performance. Ending his race with an official time of 1:07:43 and ranking 7th in his division, it's clear John has strong potential to refine his mid-race pacing for even better results in future races.