Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Suresh Dontula #14993 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Start, Strong Finish, Strategic Improvement Suresh began his race with a solid and consistent pace of 14:33 min/mile for the first two miles, both completed in an identical 14:33. Despite a slight decrease in performance during the third mile, with an increased pace of 18:06 min/mile, he managed to finish this segment with a placement improvement in his division from 28th to 22nd. During the next two miles, Suresh regained momentum, executing a consistent pace of 15:43 min/mile. These splits propelled him to a better position, improving his division placing to 16th. The final stretch showed a modest slack with a pace of 17:23 min/mile, closing the race with an overall time of 1:39:19, achieving a final pace of 16:01 min/mile. Although concluding in the 29th position within his division M55-59, Suresh's perseverance and strategic early pacing demonstrate his capability. Focusing on maintaining pace during later miles could further enhance future performances.