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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Alfredo Ruiz #16997 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistency with Tactical Adjustments Alfredo Ruiz completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon Half Marathon with an elapsed time of 1:53:24, maintaining an average pace of 8:39 min/mile over the 13.1-mile course. Starting strong, his initial pace was held at 7:44 min/mile, which was Alfredo's fastest split. This strategic beginning placed him higher in the standings with a notable 67th in his division and 576th overall. As the race progressed, there was a gradual shift in pace, evident in mile 9 where the split reached 9:09 min/mile, and was the slowest mile, impacting his position to 96th in his division. Throughout the race, Alfredo's pacing strategy adapted, with splits ranging from 7:44 to 9:24 min/mile. He displayed consistent performance through the first half, maintaining a steady position before some deceleration near the end. Focusing on maintaining stronger splits in later miles could improve overall standings. Despite a slight decrease in pace, Alfredo's performance in such a competitive field remains commendable. Staying with these strategies and adjusting pacing can yield even better results.