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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Ian Rodney #40555 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Strong Finish with Consistent Improvement Ian Rodney from San Francisco maintained an impressive performance over the 12K Bay to Breakers race. Despite some early challenges, he showed strong resilience, particularly during Hayes Hill between miles 2.2 and 2.7. His initial pace was 11:04 min/mile, yet a slower second mile at 14:09 min/mile saw him maintaining his position in the field. By the third mile, his pace improved to 13:49 min/mile, reflecting adaptation and perseverance on the hill. The final miles demonstrated consistent improvement, with Ian maintaining an average pace of 11:46 min/mile to finish the race in 1:27:40. Remarkably, his fastest split was 9:45 min/mile in the seventh mile, showcasing his ability to sustain and even accelerate his effort towards the end. Ending the race 418th overall out of 1839 participants and 202nd in his gender category, Ian displayed notable endurance and strategic pacing throughout the event. Consider maintaining this momentum for future competitions.