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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Paul Caravaggio #15709 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Performance with Strategic Pacing Paul Caravaggio executed a tactical race at the 2026 Bay to Breakers, completing the 12K Centipede with a total time of 1:38:07 and an average pace of 13:10 min/mile. Running with the Run 4 Fun team, Paul showcased exceptional pacing control. A significant improvement was seen between mile 2 and mile 3, where his pace improved by approximately 3:41 minutes per mile, helping him to advance significantly in overall placement. Strategically, Paul maintained an impressive mid-race surge, particularly between miles 3 and 5, where his pace peaked at 11:24 min/mile, showing resilience on Hayes Hill. After reaching the course's highest point, Paul managed to stabilize his performance. Despite a slower final mile, Paul's overall position amongst competitors remained robust, placing him mid-pack among the 1,839 participants. Focusing on maintaining a faster end split could further enhance his race day performance in the future.