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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Vanessa Montano #5002 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Improvement and Strong Finish in Half Marathon Vanessa Montano from Fontana, CA, exhibited a consistent performance in the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, particularly excelling in her final miles. Over the 13.1-mile course, she maintained an average pace of 10:56 per mile, clocking a final time of 2:23:16. Her splits reveal a notable improvement over the last three miles, with paces of 10:28, 10:25, and 10:25, respectively. This reflects her ability to finish strong, having improved her overall standing from 1669th at the third mile to 1541st by the finish. In the division of females aged 35-39, Vanessa consistently ranked around the middle, ending in 105th place. Her ability to maintain and slightly improve her overall position while managing variances in pace suggests a solid pacing strategy. Analyzing the segment between miles 6 and 7 could present an opportunity for more even splits as she recorded a slower pace of 11:31. Vanessas performance indicates resilience and potential for future races.