Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Joo Young Lee #27714 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pace Improvement Through the Race Joo Young Lee demonstrated a notable progression in her pacing during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K. Starting with a pace of 29:31 min/mile for the initial two miles, she improved significantly as the race progressed. Her strongest mile was between the third and fourth mile, clocking 20:24 min/mile, immediately following the challenging Hayes Hill. This consistent increase in pace highlights her ability to adapt and improve throughout the course. She completed the race with a total time of 2:45:30, achieving an overall pace of 22:12 min/mile. Within her division F40-49, she placed 1233rd out of 1333 participants, indicating a competitive performance against her peers. The progressive improvement in splits and maintaining a steady rhythm are commendable. Joo Young's performance, particularly in the later stages of the race, suggests potential for further enhancement in her race strategy and pacing techniques.