Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Makaila Susi #22373 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Strong Mid-Race Surge: Makaila's Progressive Performance Makaila Susi demonstrated consistency and determination during the 2025 Portland Marathon 10K MindRX Group event. Starting strong, she recorded splits of 12:58 min/mile for the first two miles, maintaining her pace firmly with an overall elapsed time of 1:12:46. Notably, Makaila showed significant improvement as the race progressed, clocking increasingly faster splits from mile 3 (11:29 min/mile) to mile 5 (11:29 min/mile), culminating with an impressive 10:14 min/mile in mile 6. Makaila finished the race with respectable positions, 1005th out of 2114 in the overall ranking and 502nd in female category, while securing 48th position in her F19-24 age group. Her performance showcased a strong finish and an improved stride as the race advanced. Focusing on maintaining this accelerated pace earlier could further enhance future race performance. Keep up the excellent work with the R4T RACERS, Makaila!