Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Carmen Fahlen #2565 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Improvement in Pace Carmen Fahlen demonstrated a consistent performance throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers. Initially maintaining a pace of 15:23 min/mile for the first three miles, she found herself in 585th place overall and 289th among females. The early parts of the race showed a steady pace, maintaining her initial positions with consistent split times, indicative of focused pacing. From mile 4 onwards, Carmen increased her pace significantly, moving through her splits at 12:08 min/mile. Her overall pace improved to 13:18 min/mile by the end of the 7.45-mile run. Notably, this strategic acceleration helped her climb the ranks, finishing in 486th place overall. This dedication to pacing reflects well on her race day execution and suggests her ability to manage effort effectively. With consistent progress throughout the race, Carmen displayed endurance and smart pacing strategy worthy of being noted for future races.