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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Cheri Saito #3534 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Cheri Saito from El Cerrito, CA, ran a consistent race in the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event, earning a finishing time of 2:13:12 with an overall pace of 17:52 min/mile. The race began with an initial mile split of 17:50, followed by a steady pace through miles 2 and 4, with split times of 17:18 and 17:52, respectively. Notably, Cheri outperformed many others on Hayes Hill, showcasing endurance in this challenging section where her split was 18:53. Cheri achieved an impressive improvement in placements by effectively handling the course dynamics. Starting out at her position in the overall race standings at 10,046, she efficiently moved up to finish at 12,871 overall out of 24,386 participants. This progress indicates strong stamina and a solid finish, particularly in the F40-49 division, where she placed 925th. With continued focus on maintaining speed throughout the race, even more advancement is within reach.