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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Robert Manon #2502 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Splits with a Strong Finish Robert Manon delivered a solid performance at the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, completing the half marathon in 1:52:29 at an overall pace of 8:35 min/mile. Representing the Mike Calvin Fan Club and competing in the M55-59 age division, Robert placed 14th out of his division, 306th among men, and 467th overall from 2,723 participants. Manon's pacing showed consistency, with notable acceleration in the latter stages. His fastest split occurred between miles 8 and 9, hitting an impressive 8:00 min/mile. His performance was characterized by an ability to maintain and occasionally improve upon his pace across the majority of the race. Observing mile 11, Robert encountered his slowest split at 9:32 min/mile, suggesting a potential area for focused improvement. Despite this, his energetic sprint over the last few miles resulted in a commendable final position, especially in his age group. The strong performance showcases Robert's pacing strategy and strength in the later miles.