Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Cleo Chaplin #2505 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Progress with Strong Finish Cleo demonstrated perseverance throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers event. Covering a distance of 7.45 miles, Cleo finished with an overall pace of 23:25 min/mile. Notably, her first-mile pace was at 22:39 min/mile, and her performance on Hayes Hill between miles 2 and 3 saw a sharp decrease in pace to 31:13 min/mile, impacting her overall pacing. Despite this, Cleo maintained her focus and adapted impressively in the later stages. Remarkably, Cleo improved her pace significantly in the final mile, splitting at 14:09 min/mile. Her strong finish allowed her to place 1011th overall and 516th in her gender category during the latter stages. Cleo's results highlight her ability to finish strong, a promising attribute for future races. Working on maintaining a consistent pace, especially in hilly sections, may further enhance her performance in upcoming events.