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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Jongmin Chae #40724 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Effort with a Strong Finish Jongmin Chae from Irvine, CA, participated in the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede race. Over the course of 7.45 miles, he maintained an overall pace of 13:05 min/mile, completing the race in 1:37:29. Among the 1839 total participants, Jongmin placed 534th overall and 266th among male participants, highlighting a competitive performance. Analyzing his splits, Jongmin began with a stable 11:36 min/mile pace in the first mile, which transitioned into more challenging sections, particularly in miles 2 and 3. Notably, he faced Hayes Hill between miles 2.2 and 2.7, leading to a slower pace. However, his resilience shined through at the end with a remarkable closing mile at an 8:09 min/mile pace. Jongmin's ability to finish strong indicates a well-managed strategy and stamina. For future races, focusing on maintaining a steadier mid-race pace could augment overall performance.