Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Yunjung Ko #18865 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Impressive Improvement and Strong Finish Yunjung Ko demonstrated significant progress at the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K, completing the race in 1:01:59 with an average pace of 9:59 min/mile. Comparing her performance to the previous year, she cut down her overall time by over 11 minutes, showcasing improved endurance and speed. Her pacing improved as the race progressed, with notable splits at mile 5 and mile 6, clocking in at 9:45 and 9:29 min/mile respectively. This reflects a successful strategy in gaining momentum towards the end. Overall, Yunjung placed 849th out of 2851 participants and 351st in her gender category. Within her division of F40-44, she secured 39th place. The data suggests a strong performance, with remarkable advancements in pace and placement compared to the 2025 Mesa Marathon. To further enhance results, focusing on maintaining a consistent pace throughout can lead to continued improvement. Keep up the great work with Team Eagle5!