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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Ella Cromie #1204 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Start with a Strong Finish Ella Cromie's performance in the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede was marked by a strong start and an excellent finish. She maintained a consistent pace over the first two miles with split times of 13:21 per mile. The pace was hampered by Hayes Hill between miles 2.2 to 2.7, resulting in a slower split of 27:47 and an elapsed pace of 17:40 by the fourth mile. After Hayes Hill, Ella improved significantly in the last three splits. She delivered a remarkable finish with split times of 13:50, 11:13, and 10:54, demonstrating a strong closing effort. Her final elapsed time of 1:51:32 and an average pace of 14:58 per mile are noteworthy for strategic progression and stamina. Ella's ability to regain momentum post-Hayes Hill was commendable and shows her ability to handle uphill challenges and finish a race well. Keep focusing on maintaining this strong finishing speed in future races.