Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Mary Barbato #40263 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Performance with Progressively Improved Pacing Mary Barbato showcased a compelling effort at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede event. Over the course of the race, Mary maintained an average pace of 11:04 min/mile, completing the 7.45-mile distance in a time of 1:22:29. Her split times reveal a steady improvement in pacing, particularly from mile 3 onward. Notably, she delivered her fastest mile between miles 6 and 7, clocking in at 10:12 min/mile. This impressive segment contributed to Mary's strong mid-race momentum. Starting conservatively with a 10:03 min/mile pace, Mary faced some challenges during Hayes Hill, between miles 2 and 3, where her pace slowed to 13:03 min/mile. However, her resilience paid off as seen in her improvement from that point forward. Her consistent pace from mile 6 to mile 7 solidified her 254th overall position in those splits, showing a commendable level of stamina throughout the race. Great work, Mary! Keep focusing on sustaining your strong finishes.