Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Ajomy Jacob #21669 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Steady Performance Ajomy Jacob's performance in the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group event displayed commendable consistency. For the initial three miles, she maintained a steady pace of 13:16 min/mile, showing strong pacing discipline. Notably, her pace slightly slowed during the fourth and fifth miles to 13:38 min/mile before picking up again in the final stretch with a mile completed in 12:57, her fastest during the race. This successful kick at the end could be a potential area for capitalizing in future races. Despite placing 98th in her division and 743rd among female participants, Ajomy upheld a commendable pace throughout the race, completing the 10K in 1:22:26 with an average pace of 13:17 min/mile. Representing the Kerala Runners, her efforts resulted in a respectable overall rank amid 2,114 participants. Working on sustaining the early pace seen in the first three miles might bring improved overall standings in future events.