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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Yiran Zhang #3508 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Strategic Improvements Yiran Zhang from Mountain View completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K in 2:06:09. Her overall pace was 16:56 min/mile, with a total distance of 7.45 miles. Notable splits include the 5-mile mark at a split pace of 14:07 min/mile, a significant improvement after tackling the challenging Hayes Hill between miles 2 and 3, where the pace dropped to 27:06 min/mile. Achieving a strong finish, Zhang ended with consistent splits in miles 6 and 7, maintaining an improved pace of approximately 15:48 min/mile. Positioning within her age group (F20-29) shifted notably throughout the race. Starting at 1797th place, Zhang improved her division placement to 1537 by mile 4 and ended at 2133. This fluctuation highlights the importance of pacing strategy early during elevation changes like Hayes Hill. Continuing to work on efficient climbing and conserving energy post-hill could be valuable for future races. Overall, Zhang's splits suggest a solid pace recovery while navigating the course's demands.