Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Kelsey Verrill #11220 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Strong Finish and Remarkable Recovery Kelsey's performance in the 2026 Bay to Breakers, a 12K race, showcased impressive strategic recovery, especially on challenging segments. The overall elapsed time was 2:42:17 covering a distance of 7.45 miles. Kelsey maintained an average pace of 21:46 min/mile, placing 15,953rd out of 24,386 participants. The steep incline of Hayes Hill likely contributed to variations in pace. Between miles 2 and 3, Kelsey experienced a slower pace segment with 22:53 min/mile, but later improved. In the second half of the race, Kelsey demonstrated commendable pacing adjustments. The final mile had a significant pace improvement to 19:07 min/mile. Noteworthy was the increase in positioning after mile 3, moving from 10,636th place to 12,047th place by the 6-mile mark. This ascent in rank despite a challenging course is an admirable achievement, revealing potential areas of focus on inclines for future races.