Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Ling Li #40436 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Progress with Strategic Finish Ling Li showcased determination throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede event. She maintained a consistent pace, starting with a 9:59 min/mile pace during the first mile. Notably, her performance on Hayes Hill, which extends from mile 2.2 to 2.7, reflected a strategic effort, with the pace shifting to 15:04 min/mile during that segment. Despite the demanding elevation, Li managed to conserve energy and gradually improved her pace in the latter stages of the race. Her splits indicate a strategic recovery after Hayes Hill, notably running mile 6 in 11:55 min/mile, which was her fastest split outside the opening mile. Throughout the race, her placement remained strong, particularly maintaining a notable comeback in the last third of the event, where she improved from 417th to 389th overall in placement. Fine-tuning her approach to hill segments could enhance future performances. Lings participation contributed to Team Interplanetary Decamillipede's efforts.