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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Shufan Xia #2557 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Strong Finish in Variable Pace Race Shufan Xia completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K race with a final time of 1:37:01 and an average pace of 13:01 min/mile over 7.45 miles. Her performance featured some varied pacing across the course. The first mile was completed at an 11:34 min/mile pace, showcasing a strong start. During the climb on Hayes Hill from miles 2.2 to 2.7, the pace dropped to 17:11 min/mile, indicating a noticeable slowdown. Interestingly, in the latter part of the race, Shufan improved her pace to 11:28 min/mile in the sixth mile. Her ability to pick up the pace after the hill section is commendable. It could be beneficial to work on maintaining more consistent pacing, especially on ascents. Overall, Shufan's determination during this event was evident, especially with her strong finish, securing a respectable position among the crowd. Keep up the good work, and consider hill training to enhance uphill performance.