Results/Photos

Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Paul Hawkins #974 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Recovery After Initial Delay Paul Hawkins, representing "Snail Racing Ltd.", completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event with a total time of 1:39:09, averaging a pace of 13:18 min/mile over the 7.45-mile course. The race started slower than anticipated, with the second mile split being the slowest at 20:52 min/mile, likely reflecting the challenging ascent of Hayes Hill between the second and third miles. However, his performance improved significantly in the latter half, with notable split times like 10:31 min/mile between the 5th and 6th miles, showcasing a strong recovery. Throughout the race, Paul's standings improved as he ascended from 12,299th overall to finishing 8,530th, demonstrating determination and an excellent pace strategy post-Hayes Hill. Within his age division (M20-29), he improved his placement from 1,585th to 1,203rd by the race's end. Focusing on maintaining even splits and pushing the pace earlier could further enhance future performances. Great job on a well-paced finish!