Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Aidan Gould #40373 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Steady Improvement on the Run Aidan Gould, racing in the 2026 Bay to Breakers, showed notable progress over the 7.45-mile course. Starting with a 12:28 min/mile pace, Aidan maintained a consistent effort through the challenging Hayes Hill section, which spans from 2.2 to 2.7 miles. Despite a slowdown in the third mile, he accelerated significantly towards the end, clocking a rapid 11:56 min/mile for the last mile. This strategic execution helped Aidan improve his overall position in the latter part of the race, moving from 668th to 533rd place overall by the end of mile six. In a field of 1,839 participants, Aidan finished with a total time of 1:43:41 and an average pace of 13:55 min/mile. His performance demonstrates a solid understanding of pacing, particularly on inclines. Continuing to focus on maintaining pace throughout the middle miles will enhance his future race performances. Keep building on the positive finish!