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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Madison Bencomo #12783 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Progress and Strong Finish Madison Bencomo completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K in 1:26:29, averaging an 11:36 min/mile pace. She maintained steady progress, with an impressive surge in the last few miles. Initially placed 4969 overall and 608th in her division, she improved her standing significantly by the end, finishing 4947th overall and 574th in the F30-39 division. Notably, her performance on Hayes Hill, between miles 2 and 3, saw her drop in standing but recover quickly thereafter. Her strongest performance came in the last two miles with splits of 10:34 and 9:50, showing remarkable acceleration and resilience. This improvement in the final stretch suggests well-developed pacing skills and stamina. Consider maintaining this strong finish for future events while exploring strategies to conserve energy in earlier miles for a more even race split. Madison's participation as part of the PAC RUN CLUB indicates competitive spirit and community involvement.