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Date: Dec. 13, 2025 Participant: Julian Garcia #4500 Race: 2025 Phoenix Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Pacing and Strong Finish Elevate Performance Julian Garcia delivered a consistent performance during his half marathon with a finish time of 1:44:01, averaging a pace of 7:56 min/mile. Notable was his strong mid-race surge, especially between miles 3 and 6, where his pace improved significantly from 8:08 to 7:52 min/mile. This period also marked his highest placement progress, peaking at 8th in the M19-24 division at mile 6. In the final stretch, Julian managed to secure an impressive 2nd place in his division during the last mile, showcasing his resilience and ability to finish strong. While most of his splits showed consistent pacing, a slight slowdown was observed at mile 11. Focusing on maintaining steady splits towards the races end could help improve his overall efficiency. Overall, Julian's performance reflected solid pacing and potential for growth in maintaining consistency through the final miles.