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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Celeste Prothro #41278 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles Weather: Chilly start. Heavy winds (tail/cross wind). Sunny at the finish.

Consistent Pace and Strategic Climb Management Celeste Prothro exhibited notable consistency in her pacing during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K. Over the 7.45-mile course, she maintained an average pace of 8:00 min/mile. Her splits showed exceptional stability in the first two miles, consistently clocking in at 7:39 min/mile. There was a slight decline in pace to 8:39 min/mile when encountering the demanding Hayes Hill, which is a strategic point to manage and avoid burnout. The climbs impact was mitigated efficiently, indicated by a strong pace recovery in subsequent miles, particularly noteworthy in mile 5 with a split time of 7:46 min/mile. Celeste finished with an elapsed time of 59:36 in her division, maintaining a solid position throughout the race. With some strategic focus on consistent pacing over hills with the potential to further enhance performance, Celeste's form is commendable and demonstrates a balanced approach to tackling varied terrain.