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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Erina Yamada #13595 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Start with a Strong Finish Erina Yamada clocked an overall time of 1:51:43 in the 12K race with an average pace of 14:59 min/mile. Her performance showed consistent pacing initially, with the first two miles at 13:37 min/mile. The course challenge began at mile 3, which she navigated at 17:28 min/mile, reflecting the impact of Hayes Hill. Despite this, she maintained a strong position improvement, finishing ahead of 62% of total participants. Impressively, Erina's pacing improved significantly in the fifth mile, achieving a faster split time of 12:42 min/mile, showcasing her ability to accelerate post-Hayes Hill. She secured the overall 7182nd spot by mile 6, climbing in both her gender and division standings. A slight slowdown was observed afterward, but her perseverance was notable. Participation in Slow Runners Club notwithstanding, finishing in the 10167th place out of 24,386 participants highlights her tenacity and commitment. Revisiting uphill strategies could further boost future outcomes.