Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Eunju Song #19595 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent and Steady Performance Eunju Song of Chandler, AZ, participated in the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K event, completing the race in 55:29 with an average pace of 8:57 min/mile. Her performance was consistent across the distance, demonstrating effective pacing. Notably, her third mile was the strongest, clocking in at an 8:59 min/mile pace, showing she was capable of maintaining energy midway through the race. She placed 19th in her age division (F40-44), an admirable achievement considering the competition. In specific segments, Eunju fluctuated slightly but maintained control, as demonstrated by a strong start with a 9:07 min/mile pace. Her last mile surged at an 8:48 min/mile pace, indicating a push towards the finish. Throughout the race, she moved effectively, elevating her gender placement by 42 spots between miles 2 and 3. Eunju might consider focusing on maintaining her excellent closing pace earlier in the race to optimize overall performance.