Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Rachel McCormack #15331 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Improvement and Strong Finish Rachel McCormack showcased a steady pace throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K, completing the race with an overall time of 1:15:11 and an impressive pace of 10:05 min/mile. Starting off with splits of 10:31 min/mile for the first mile and maintaining close to that pace until the third mile, Rachel's placement improved notably across the event. Her position shifted from 2733 overall at the beginning to 2304 overall by the fifth mile. In the latter part of the race, Rachel demonstrated notable acceleration, achieving sub-9-minute splits in the 6th and 7th miles (8:59 and 8:57 min/mile, respectively). This strategic pick-up in pace likely contributed to a favorable rank of 223rd in her division. Her ability to improve her pace demonstrates potential for even stronger future performances. Focusing on maintaining an even acceleration throughout each split might help sustain momentum and further improve her results.