Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Mark Sims #18709 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Effort with Notable Improvements Mark Sims showcased a steady performance at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event. His average pace over the 7.45-mile course was 28:45 min/mile. Starting strong with a first split pace of 21:05 min/mile, he encountered a significant challenge during the third mile, particularly during the incline at Hayes Hill, resulting in a slower pace of 53:47 min/mile. Notably, he recovered and completed the final mile at an improved pace of 23:44 min/mile, showing commendable resilience. In terms of placement, Mark improved his position from overall 15,003 midway through to 14,725 by the sixth mile. He finished 13,600th and moved up in the Male 40-49 division from 1,115th to 969th in subsequent miles before concluding the race. The data suggests strategic areas where he can focus more, notably improving split consistency in challenging sections, while also celebrating the strong finish and resilience displayed.