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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Lexi Gao #40075 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Effort with a Strong Finish Lexi Gao delivered a steady performance during the 2026 Bay to Breakers, completing the 12K Centipede event in 1:31:42, maintaining an overall pace of 12:18 min/mile. Impressively, Lexi navigated Hayes Hill, between miles 2.2 and 2.7, with a 15:18 min/mile pace. Despite the slowdown on the hill, she improved in later miles, including a final push with an 11:43 min/mile pace over mile six. Continuing beyond that hill, Lexi found a rhythm, gradually increasing her pace. Her splits highlight a focused effort, with notable improvements after reaching the 5-mile mark. Her strongest pace of 11:16 min/mile was in the sixth mile, demonstrating her ability to recover. Finishing ahead of many competitors, the seventh mile showed consistency, with a placement of 361 overall. Practicing pacing strategy could enhance performance further, especially in challenging segments. Maintain the momentum in future races!