Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Benjamin Bermudez #10968 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start, Challenging Finish Benjamin Bermudez maintained a strong performance for the majority of the 2026 Mesa Marathon. The first 14 miles saw consistent splits mostly under 6:45 min/mile, putting him in a competitive placement, often within the top 15 for his age division. The early miles were consistent with paces ranging from 6:29 to 6:43 min/mile, showing an impressive start and indicating solid preparation. However, after mile 19, Benjamin experienced a noticeable slowdown where splits ranged from 7:19 to 9:18 min/mile. His position dropped from the top 15 in his division to 36th by the finish. The cumulative result was a marathon finish time of 3:12:24 with an average pace of 7:20 min/mile. Reflecting on past performances, there was an improvement from his previous years marathons, with this being his second-fastest finishing time. Focusing on pacing strategies for the latter stages could further enhance future performances.