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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Olivia Ballew #14570 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Dominance in Division Olivia Ballew delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon, completing the 13.1-mile course in 1:14:41. Her average pace was 5:42 min/mile, showcasing her steady ability to maintain a fast pace throughout the race. Olivia excelled in her division, finishing as the top runner in the F35-39 category. Particularly noteworthy are her splits between miles 5 to 13, where she consistently held the leading position in her division. The initial mile split was her quickest at 5:33 min/mile, securing her a strong early position at 9th among females. As she progressed, Olivia remained consistent with her pace, never deviating much from her strong average. Although there were slight pace variations, such as a 5:44 min/mile at mile 9, she maintained her division lead across most splits. Olivia's disciplined pacing strategy paid off, allowing her to secure 6th in gender overall amidst 4125 participants, underlining her competitive edge.