JJ Santana #10508
Marathon
February 14, 2026
2:19:09
Chip Time
5:18
Pace (min/miles)
26.2
Distance
PERFORMANCE
1
3094
Overall
1
1863
Male
1
252
M Overall
Rankings
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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: JJ Santana #10508 Race: 2026 Mesa Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles
Dominant Finish at the 2026 Mesa Marathon JJ Santana delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Mesa Marathon, completing the race in 2:19:09 with an average pace of 5:18 min/mile. His strategic pacing kept him in the lead for most of the race. Despite a slight dip in pace between miles 5 and 6 and then again from mile 17, Santana maintained strong momentum, completing significant portions of the race at a steady pace just above 5 minutes per mile. This marathon marks another impressive victory in Santana's career, showcasing his consistent performance since previous Mesa Marathons. Notably, he achieved a significant win by reclaiming his top overall position, which contrasts with his second-place finish in 2023. For future endeavors, Santana may consider focusing on maintaining his pace in later miles. Overall, this race exemplifies his ability to strategically navigate the marathon and finish strong amidst a large field of 3,509 participants.
