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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Chris Zufall #7013 Race: 2025 Phoenix 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with Room for Strategic Optimization During the 2025 Phoenix Marathon 10K, Chris Zufall demonstrated consistency in pacing, evidenced by maintaining a steady pace around 16:18 min/mile for the first three miles, with a slight quickening in the fourth mile to 15:44 min/mile. Notably, Chris maintained a strong position within his division, finishing 78th in the M40-44 category. His overall performance reflected strategic pacing early on and a swift adjustment in the fourth mile, illustrating his ability to accelerate when needed. Areas to target for improvement include the fifth mile, where the pace dropped to 17:58 min/mile. This mile significantly impacted his overall time, indicating a possible area to focus on for future races. Despite this, Chris achieved an impressive rank jump to 14th in his division by the end of the race's sixth mile, showcasing resilient determination and finishing strong. Analyzing pacing strategies in the later stages could enhance overall performance.