Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Ellie Oatman #12640 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Progress with a Strong Finish Ellie maintained a consistent pace at the start, clocking 11:11 minutes per mile for the first two miles before facing Hayes Hill between 2.2 miles and 2.7 miles. The climb affected her pace, leading to her slowest mile at 12:24. However, she recovered well in the following miles, with a remarkable improvement noted particularly in the sixth and seventh miles, where her pace notably increased to 10:08 and 9:58 per mile, respectively. Overall, Ellie completed the 12K in 1:21:18, achieving an average pace of 10:54 minutes per mile. Her strong finish advanced her placement impressively from earlier splits, moving from 3972nd overall at mile two to 2834th at the finish line. Within her gender, she finished 1190th and placed 403rd in the F20-29 division. Ellie's ability to progressively quicken her pace in the latter part of the race is commendable, showcasing her strength and endurance.