Simanchala Panigrahi #20392
Half Marathon
February 14, 2026
2:04:23
Chip Time
9:29
Pace (min/miles)
13.1
Distance
PERFORMANCE
1708
3819
Overall
975
1788
Male
141
231
M35-39
Rankings
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Date: Feb. 14, 2026 Participant: Simanchala Panigrahi #20392 Race: 2026 Mesa Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles
Smooth Pacing and a Strong Finish Simanchala Panigrahi from Peoria, AZ, participated in the 2026 Mesa Marathon - Half Marathon, clocking a final time of 2:04:23. His pacing was consistent throughout, with an overall race pace of 9:29 min/mile. Notably, he managed to maintain a split pace which improved from 9:49 min/mile early on to 9:00 min/mile in the last mile, showcasing a disciplined approach and a strong finish. Out of 4,125 participants, he demonstrated steady improvement in placement across the race. Despite variations in the splits during the early stages, he strategically advanced across different segments, reaching a higher division placement of 124 in the final mile, showing a commendable competitive edge. Joining the team Valley Runners appears to have positively influenced his performance. Focusing on maintaining early race momentum will further enhance future outcomes. Great job on pacing and a clear, strong finish!
