Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: David Barrett #14600 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish David Barrett, representing AZ Run Club, participated in the 2026 Mesa Marathon's Half Marathon event. He completed the 13.1-mile course with a commendable elapsed time of 1:52:12, achieving an average pace of 8:33 min/mile. David showed consistency throughout, marked by his pacing improvements from the initial 9:38 min/mile to an impressive 7:41 min/mile in the final mile. His overall placement was 1025 out of 4125 participants, while he placed 14th in the M60-64 division, showing strong competition within his age group. The race saw David maintain a solid effort, moving from the 730th position after the first mile to an impressive 869th by the 13th mile. Notably, his performance improved as the race progressed, with split times consistently dropping and reaching peak performance in the last two miles. This steady improvement suggests a well-planned strategy and indicates potential for continued progress. Davids performance is a great example of endurance and effective race strategy. Consider focusing on maintaining an even stronger pace in the opening miles for future races.