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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Steven Youngblood #40081 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Strong Finish Steven Youngblood maintained a focused and steady pace throughout the "12K Centipede" race at the 2026 Bay to Breakers. Initially clocking a strong 5:23 min/mile pace in the first mile, he sustained his speed well, with paces ranging from 5:23 to 5:48 min/mile across the 7.45-mile course. Notably, he handled the demanding segment from 2.2 to 2.7 miles, known for Hayes Hill, with a split time of 6:12, which was commendable given the challenging gradient. Throughout the race, Steven adjusted his pace efficiently. Despite a minor drop in placement at mile six, he demonstrated resilience by recovering and completing the race with an elapsed time of 43:00. This performance reflects consistent training and an ability to navigate hills effectively. Continuing to balance effort on hills while maintaining a strong pace will undoubtedly lead to improved results in the future.