Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: William Steenbergen #40829 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Late-Race Surge Boosts Performance William Steenbergen maintained a steady pace during the "2026 Bay to Breakers" 12K. Notably, he showed a marked improvement in pacing as the race progressed. Starting out with a 18:55 min/mile pace for the first mile, William gradually increased his pace, culminating in his fastest segment at a 14:34 min/mile average by the race's end. Williams positioning improved significantly, moving up from 13,398th overall at mile 2 to finishing in 9,650th place. Key segments included a decisive steep Hayes Hill climb between miles 2.2 and 2.7, registered with a slower 25:07 min/mile pace. Post-Hayes Hill, a rejuvenated 12:47 min/mile pace in mile 4 reflected strong strategic execution. Consistent split times, especially between miles 5 and 7, reinforced his steady progress. His overall effort placed him 1,265th in the M20-29 division, showcasing a strong finish. Keep pushing those late-race surges to continue improving. Great work, William!