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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Cameron Leonard #4822 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Speed and Strong Finish in Phoenix Cameron Leonard demonstrated remarkable consistency and strategic pacing across the 2025 Phoenix Marathon half marathon. Starting strong with a 5:05 min/mile pace, Cameron maintained a near-identical pace throughout, finishing with an overall time of 1:06:53. His pacing was particularly steady, with each mile split varying by no more than a few seconds, highlighting his endurance and disciplined approach. Notably, his split pace improved to 4:58 min/mile around the third mile, indicating a surge of energy that helped him climb from fourth to third place early on. Cameron achieved a standout performance by securing first place in the M25-29 division and placing fourth out of 2723 overall participants. His pace of 4:52 in the ninth mile was the fastest split in the race, showcasing his potential for increased tactical speed in future events. For continued improvement, Cameron might consider concentrating on maintaining the mid-race pace to sustain a lead against strong finishing competitors.