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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Jongmin Chae #40724 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Finish with Strong Closing Pace Jongmin Chae delivered a solid performance at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K, completing the race with an overall time of 1:37:29, maintaining an average pace of 13:05 min/mile. Throughout the course, consistent effort was displayed, with a notable acceleration in the latter stages. Jongmin's early splits indicate a steady start, with the first mile completed in 11:36 min/mile, placing him 247th in the M19 & Under division. Particularly impressive was Jongmin's split from mile 5 to mile 6, where he managed to quicken his pace to 10:56 min/mile. The final mile also stood out, clocking in at 8:09 min/mile, a strong finish. Jongmin moved from 232nd to 254th in his division, suggesting the steep Hayes Hill section between mile 2 and 3 might benefit from focused hill training in the future. Overall, this race added valuable experience and insights for Jongmin.