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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Angelica Reyes #16869 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Mid-Race Surge Propels Finish Angelica Reyes showcased a commendable performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with a total time of 2:00:33 and an average pace of 9:12 min/mile. Her pacing strategy maintained consistency across most miles, finishing in the top 37% overall. Notably, Angelica maintained a steady pace, which slightly dipped towards the middle of the race, but she managed a strong recovery with a notable surge in her final miles. She started with a 9:16 min/mile pace and demonstrated significant improvement by her final mile, logging her fastest split at 8:48 min/mile. Her stratagem in the race was particularly evident between miles 10 and 13, where her pacing rigorously dropped under 9:00 min/mile, displaying an impressive negative split finish. This well-managed effort contributed to her final overall position in the top 25% for her age division (F30-34). For future races, seeking to maintain an even faster pace throughout could position her for even higher achievements. Keep up the great work, Angelica!