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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Firaol Ahmed #14415 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Secures Top Division Finish Firaol Ahmed showcased exceptional pace management in the 2026 Mesa Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 5:01 minutes per mile over the 13.1-mile course. His splits were notably consistent, with the fastest split at mile 13 clocked at 4:49 and a steady pace maintained between 4:57 and 5:10 minutes per mile. This consistency positioned him at 9th overall and 9th among males, securing the top spot in his division (M19-24). The data reveals a strong closing performance, highlighted by an impressive mile 13 split of 4:49. While Ahmed's placement fluctuated slightly throughout the race, he consistently competed within the top division ranks, solidifying his position by the halfway mark and finishing strong. The only apparent opportunity lies in maintaining the early faster pace observed in mile 1 across the entire race to potentially improve overall ranking further.