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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Timothy Chang #17689 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Tactical Racing Amidst Shifting Splits Timothy Chang's 12K race showed strategic splits, especially around the challenging elevation of Hayes Hill between miles 2.2 and 2.7. Starting with a steady pace of 12:53 min/mile, he maintained a consistent effort through the first two miles. Advancing into the third mile, the pace dropped to 15:15 min/mile, likely influenced by notable course elevation changes, illustrating adaptability to tougher segments. This adjustment led to improved positioning, as he moved from 549th to 413th overall after the third mile. The latter parts of the race reflected a blend of perseverance and pacing. Particularly noteworthy was his split in mile 7, clocking in at 13:05 min/mile, indicating a strong finish with reinvigorated speed after the steepest section. Timothy finished with an overall time of 1:49:25. Consider focusing on mid-race splits for future races, especially maintaining momentum post-elevation to enhance overall consistency.