Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Cesar Cortes #25006 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Strong Finish Despite Challenging Middle Splits Cesar Cortes showcased determination at the 2026 Bay to Breakers event. Starting off with a 21:19 min/mile pace, Cesar maintained a consistent effort across the course, despite facing some slower splits in the middle. For instance, the second mile was completed in 46:08 min/mile, highlighting an area of potential focus, especially around the Hayes Hill segment from 2.2 to 2.7 miles. By the sixth mile, Cesar improved to a 29:41 min/mile pace, concluding the race with an overall pace of 28:38 min/mile. Throughout the event, Cortes navigated through the field, finishing with an overall placement of 19,051 out of 24,386 participants. Within his M30-39 division, he finished in 2,884th place, demonstrating his endurance and commitment. Throughout the race, Cesar's determination was evident as he consistently improved his pacing in the latter half of the race. As you prepare for future races, consider maintaining that final push and focus on middle-mile endurance.