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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: James Booth #1684 Race: 2025 Phoenix Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Pacing and Strong Start Mark Performance James Booth participated in the 2025 Phoenix Marathon, completing the race in 3:39:38 with an average pace of 8:23 min/mile. Starting strong, his initial mile clocked in at 8:17, and he maintained solid pacing through the first half of the marathon. Notably, he achieved his fastest split between miles four and five with a time of 7:36 per mile. Throughout the race, James demonstrated commendable consistency with paces hovering around the 8-minute mark during many segments. James, representing AZ Run Club, reached the finish line placing 49th in the M35-39 division. Between miles 23 and 24, there was a noticeable decline, reflected in a slower split of 10:20, which affected the overall pacing. Analyzing this slow split might provide insights into potential areas like energy management closer to the finish. Finishing 446th overall out of 2,712 participants is an achievement. Keep assessing race strategy for continued improvement!