Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Mary Lendaris #20968 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Progress Throughout the Race Mary Lendaris maintained a consistent pace during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K in San Francisco. She completed the race with an overall time of 2:08:57, averaging a pace of 17:18 min/mile over the 7.45-mile course. From the start, her initial split was 14:07 min/mile, and while she slowed slightly by the second mile to 17:02 min/mile, her performance was steady with minor fluctuations throughout the race. Notably, on Hayes Hill, where many participants typically struggle, Mary navigated the elevation with a split of 18:53 for mile three, indicating focused effort. Her movements up the ranks to place 371st in her F50-59 division at the three-mile mark is commendable. While she finished 537th in her division, each mile showcased her ability to adapt and persist through changing race conditions, with positions varying inside the top 5000 among female participants. Continued focus on maintaining early momentum could see improvements in future races.