Results/Photos

Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Rajesh Nimmalagadda #6655 Race: 2025 Phoenix 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Strategic Pacing Rajesh Nimmalagadda demonstrated a steady pace throughout the 2025 Phoenix Marathon 10K. Starting the race strong, he covered the first mile in 11:03, maintaining solid pace control. Although his pace gradually decelerated, the overall elapsed pace of 12:08 min/mile showcased a consistent strategy. Rajesh managed to complete the race in 1:15:15, finishing 41st in the M45-49 division, indicating commendable competitiveness within his age group. When reviewing split times, there was a noticeable increase between the fourth and fifth miles, with the fifth mile being the slowest at 13:59. This may suggest fatigue or a possibility for deeper pacing strategies. Despite this, Rajesh maintained position stability in his division and gender categories, only shifting slightly by the race's conclusion. Encouraging incremental improvements in split management could enhance performance. Consistency in pacing and maintaining energy will be key to future improvements.