Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: John Stracco #5455 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Progress and Strong Finish John Stracco showed impressive pacing during the 2025 Phoenix Marathon's Half Marathon event. Starting with a consistent first-mile split of 10:17, his pace improved steadily across the course. Notably, his third split clocked an impressive 8:53 pace, shifting his overall standing from 729th among males to 637th. At the halfway point, John achieved an 8:58 pace, indicating his effective mid-race strategy. Concluding the race with a performance characterized by increasing speed, John's final mile was his fastest at 7:51. His overall pace settled at 8:47 per mile, culminating in a finish time of 1:55:07. John placed 47th in his age division out of 78, 361st among male participants, and 556th overall in a field of 2,723 runners. His steady improvement throughout the race reflects his potential for even greater achievements in future events. Focusing on maintaining consistent pacing could enhance his positions in the latter stages.