Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Elizabeth Ly #27578 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Start and Adaptation on Challenging Sections Elizabeth demonstrated a commendable race strategy with a consistent opening. Her initial miles were impressively steady, clocking in at 13:59 min/mile for both the first and second splits. This consistency placed her at 9624th overall and 4446th in her gender division during the early stages, setting a solid base for the remainder of the race. Notably, her rank improved significantly after the third mile upon tackling Hayes Hill, moving up to 7890th overall and 3590th in her gender category. Maintaining resilience throughout the race, Elizabeth navigated the later miles with poise, albeit at a slower pace of 15:42 min/mile by the seventh mile. Her overall time of 1:55:13 for the 12K race positions her at 11736th out of 26545 participants, showcasing her determination and ability to pace herself well amidst the race's challenges. Perhaps considering slight adjustments for managing pacing on longer uphill sections could help capitalize on strong starts. Her team, "It's A Lot Of K's," surely provides great support in her athletic endeavors.