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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: James Rheaume #40681 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Strong Finish and Strategic Pacing by James James displayed consistent pacing through the initial miles, maintaining a steady 14:57 min/mile for the first two miles. At the 3-mile mark, where Hayes Hill posed a significant elevation challenge, his pace adjusted to 23:06 min/mile, showing resilience in steep terrain. Despite this, he quickly regained momentum, improving to 12:24 min/mile by the 5th mile, highlighting a strong recovery from the climb. James's performance improved significantly in the final stretch, with his fastest mile split of 10:01 min/mile recorded between miles 6 and 7. This strategic turn allowed him to surpass competitors, advancing his position considerably to finish 638th in overall placements from the earlier miles. James's ability to adapt his pacing throughout the race demonstrates strategic endurance, especially in regaining momentum after Hayes Hill. As a coach's suggestion, focusing on maintaining consistent pace in hill segments might help optimize future races.