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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Aniket Shirsat #5382 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start with Strategic Finish in Half Marathon Aniket Shirsat from 85050, AZ, embarked on the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, representing the Amex Desert Ridge team. The race highlights reflect a strong beginning with a 10:41 min/mile pace for the first mile, placing 1459th overall. His pacing remained steady initially, ranging from 11:20 to 11:29 min/mile over the first three miles. Notably, Aniket maintained a consistent position within his division, M30-34, showing resilience despite fluctuating overall standings. In the latter part of the race, as fatigue likely set in, there was a noticeable slowdown, particularly from mile 8 onwards, which saw paces significantly drop, reaching 19:09 min/mile at mile 13. Despite this, Aniket managed a commendable late-race effort, securing a final time of 3:02:32. The results placed him 2182nd overall and 182nd in his division. Focusing on maintaining a steadier pace in later miles could enhance future performances.