Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Dan Nestor #20934 Race: 2026 Mesa 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pace Delivers Top Performance Dan Nestor exhibited remarkable consistency during the 2026 Mesa Marathon in the 10K event. Maintaining an impressive average pace of 4:50 minutes per mile, he completed the race in 30:03. Notably, Dan secured the 1st place within his M30-34 division and came in 4th overall out of 2,851 participants, highlighting his competitive strength. His initial mile set a solid foundation with a fast 4:48 pace, while the last mile was particularly strong at 4:34. Dan's performance showed a high degree of pacing stability, with each split remaining under 5 minutes per mile. Apart from a slight fluctuation in the second split, he kept consistent speeds throughout. For future races, a little more focus on maintaining the same high pace after the first split could further enhance his race outcome. Overall, his disciplined pace and strong finish position him as a standout performer in his division.