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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: David Benney #5884 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish David demonstrated a remarkable performance throughout the 2025 Phoenix Marathon Half Marathon, showcasing consistent pacing and strategic improvements. His average pace was 8:26 min/mile, securing a total elapsed time of 1:50:39. Starting with a 9:11 min/mile for the first mile, David progressively improved his pace, culminating in a robust 7:48 min/mile during the final mile. This consistent improvement can be seen in his notable progress in the division standings, finishing 52nd in M25-29, a testament to his strategic race execution. Progression was a key highlight, as David managed to leap forward significantly from the initial to final splits. Notably, his performance peaked in the last miles, with the penultimate mile clocked at 7:42 min/mile. With an overall finish at 401st place out of 2723 participants, David's result is commendable. Focusing on maintaining the improved pace seen in the latter half can further enhance his racing strategy.