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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Nicholas Mihailoff #12722 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Nicholas Mihailoff showed impressive consistency in his marathon performance. His overall pace was 8:51 min/mile, covering the race in 3:51:53. Notable was his ability to maintain a steady pace, particularly excelling between miles 11 and 14 with split paces dipping under 8:40 min/mile, showcasing a late-race energy boost. Nicholas placed 1212th out of 3509 participants, suggesting a solid middle-of-the-pack performance for his age bracket. Analyzing splits reveals consistent pacing with a notable speed increase at mile 14, clocking an impressive 8:19 min/mile. His placement improved as the race progressed, particularly from miles 14 to 21, where he frequently advanced in his division. For future races, focusing on maintaining the pace during the final quarter could help enhance overall placement and finish time. Keep up the solid work, Nicholas, and focus on your pacing strategy for an even stronger finish in upcoming events!