Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Leslie Figueroa #11646 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Highlighted Surges Leslie Figueroa completed the 2026 Mesa Marathon in a total time of 3:55:53, maintaining a steady average pace of 9:00 min/mile across the 26.2 miles. Her performance was relatively consistent, with early miles showing some variation. Notably, the 7th mile featured her fastest split at 8:35 min/mile, indicating a strong surge during that segment. Leslie's placements fluctuated throughout the race, beginning with an overall ranking of 1068 at the 1-mile mark and concluding at 1303 by the finish. Her performance in the F19-24 division was commendable, with a strong placement of 22nd in the 12th mile, suggesting an impressive middle-stage effort. Leslie's final division position was 48th among her age group of 24-year-olds, out of a total field of 3509 participants. This demonstrates a solid competitive standing. For future races, a focus on sustaining pace in the final miles could further optimize her results.