Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Stephanie Chandler Brethauer #7569 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Stephanie demonstrated steady pacing throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers race. Notably, her initial splits were consistent, clocking 20:07 min/mile for each of the first two miles. Despite the challenge posed by Hayes Hill from 2.2 to 2.7 miles, she maintained a steady pace, finishing the 3rd mile in 21:18 min/mile. This effort is commendable, as she improved her overall place from 13970 to 10361. In the latter part of the race, Stephanie's performance improved, particularly with her last two splits showing her fastest times. She achieved her best mile split at 19:43 min/mile in mile 6, showcasing a strong finish despite the demanding course. Ending with an overall pace of 20:12 min/mile for the entire 7.45-mile distance, she displayed a remarkable ability to enhance her performance mid-race. Consider focusing on early-race pacing strategies to help improve consistency across future events.