Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Nicola Ayers #24676 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Pace with Strong Finish Nicola Ayers demonstrated endurance during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K. She maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, with notable segment performance despite the elevation changes. Her performance on the notable Hayes Hill segment, encountered between the 2.2 and 2.7-mile marks, impacted her pacing significantly, clocking her slowest pace at 54:04 min/mile during the third mile. Despite this, her finish was strong, speeding up to a 24:07 min/mile pace in the final mile, showcasing strong finishing potential. Nicola completed the race in 3:34:16, averaging 28:45 min/mile over the 7.45 miles. Out of 24,386 participants, she secured 19,072nd place overall, ranking 9,941st among females and 3,046th in her F30-39 division. While initial splits were slower, her ability to regain speed in later segments indicates an opportunity to improve by maintaining an even pace across all sections of the race.