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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Nakshatra rupesh Nair #19173 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Nakshatra Rupesh Nair demonstrated a commendable performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon 10K with a time of 1:15:45. Her average pace was solid at 12:13 min/mile. Although she started the race with a 10:50 min/mile pace for the first mile, Nakshatra settled into a more consistent rhythm for the remaining distance, averaging between 11:54 and 13:11 min/mile. Particularly noteworthy is her split time improvement in the final mile, where she reduced her pace to 11:54, showing strong finishing potential. She placed 19th in her division (F1-14), among a total of 2851 participants. While her race as a whole was steady, focusing on smoother transitions between miles might reduce changes in pacing. Despite fluctuations in rankings throughout the various splits, her position improved significantly in the later stages, indicating strategic acceleration. Competing for Team Waterston, Nakshatra's effort was commendable, and future races could benefit from her displayed determination.