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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Robert Valencia #2566 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pace Despite Early Challenges Robert Valencia of Pasadena, CA, showcased consistent pacing at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede race. In a field of 1,839 participants, he completed the event in 1:39:09, with an average pace of 13:18 min/mile. Despite starting strong with an 11:59 min/mile pace in the first mile, Robert faced a significant drop in pace during the second mile, clocking in at 19:57 min/mile, likely due to the steep terrain of Hayes Hill between 2.2 and 2.7 miles. Notably, Robert improved his pace significantly in the subsequent miles, maintaining an impressive and steady pace of 11:16 min/mile from miles 5 through 7. His final standings were 587th overall and 295th among male participants. Robert's performance demonstrates his resilience and capability to recover mid-race, an encouraging sign for future races. Consider focusing on early pacing strategies to maintain consistency from the start.