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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Tom Ames #40353 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Progress Leads to Strong Finish Tom Ames from Palo Alto completed the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede in 1:40:36, maintaining an average pace of 13:30 min/mile. He showed notable improvement throughout the race, particularly after tackling the steep Hayes Hill, which pushed his split time to a challenging 15:27 for the third mile. However, he recovered well and improved his pace over the next miles, clocking a swift 11:40 for the final mile. Tom's steady progress is reflected in his placements, climbing from 784th overall in the first mile to 502nd by the seventh. While maintaining a consistent improvement in his pace, Tom demonstrated strong endurance and adaptability. Improving the initial mile and maintaining his mid-race momentum could further enhance his performance in future races. Nevertheless, his ability to finish robustly is commendable and indicative of his strong finish in the race.