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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: penelope ferraro #40806 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Performance with Strong Finish Penelope Ferraro demonstrated steady pacing throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K race. Beginning with a consistent 8:36 min/mile pace for the first two miles, she navigated Hayes Hill effectively, where her pace understandably increased to 9:38 min/mile, a strong showing on a steep incline. Her ability to recover quickly is evident as she resumed her pace, ultimately averaging an 8:48 min/mile pace overall. By the fourth and fifth miles, her split times were 8:52 and 9:24, respectively. Notably, Penelope showed impressive energy in the latter part of the race, cutting her pace to 8:14 min/mile for the sixth mile. Her final time was 1:05:37, placing her 280th among females and 108th in her division. While her standing in the team category wasn't provided, Penelope's overall performance reinforces her endurance and showcases areas where even more pacing consistency could further optimize her results.