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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: ken stanley #40888 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Mid-Race Surge Improves Standings Ken Stanley displayed resilience and consistent pacing during the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede event. Beginning with a steady start, his first mile was completed in 11:49, maintaining an initial place of 435 overall. Notably, Kens gradual surge from the 3-mile mark shaved approximately 72 positions, finishing at 310 at the 6-mile mark. Demonstrating a significant improvement, his fastest split was a 10:41 pace between the 6th and 7th miles. Completing the 7.45-mile course, Ken finished with an overall time of 1:25:17, showcasing an overall average pace of 11:26 min/mile. His performance led to a respectable 377th place out of 1839 participants. It's important to note his commendable 11:53 and 11:49 paces during the 4th and 5th miles, despite the steep gradient of Hayes Hill between 2.2 and 2.7 miles. Focusing on maintaining a consistent continued improvement in pacing could further enhance Kens race performance.