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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Luke Francis #3302 Race: 2025 Phoenix Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace with a Strong Finish Luke Francis delivered a solid performance at the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile course in 2:25:02. With an overall pace of 5:32 minutes per mile, he secured 3rd place both overall and in his division, out of a total of 2,712 participants. Luke demonstrated early consistency as he maintained sub-5:15 paces for the first six miles, with a particularly impressive mile 8, clocking in at 5:01. His fastest split was achieved during mile 1 at 5:03, displaying a strong start. Luke adapted well to strategic pacing shifts throughout the race, managing to regain his position after drops in rankings. Notably, he reclaimed the lead in mile 23, showcasing resilience. While a substantial drop occurred in mile 26, leading to a sharp decline, it only cost him minor adjustments in the overall rankings. Continuous focus on maintaining steady energy levels in the latter stages could further elevate his performance.