Results/Photos

Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Michael Roberts #1027 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Strong Finish Michael Roberts demonstrated impressive consistency throughout the 2026 Bay to Breakers with an overall time of 41:46 for the 7.45-mile course. His average pace was a strong 5:36 min/mile. Michael managed to maintain an excellent early pace, starting with a consistent 5:37 min/mile for the first two miles. Despite the Hayes Hill segment causing a slight slowdown to a 6:26 min/mile by the third mile, he regained his pace with a 5:45 min/mile in the fourth mile. Michael's strategic recovery after Hayes Hill was evident as he pushed to a 5:10 min/mile in the sixth mile, his fastest split of the race. Michael rounded out the race maintaining a strong position, consistently placing 16th overall and finishing 19th out of 1,839 participants. His contribution as part of the West Valley Track Club Men's A team was commendable. Focusing on maintaining speed on hills could further enhance his race performance.