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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Caroline Willian #2522 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Strong Consistency and Mid-Race Resilience Caroline Willian executed a solid performance in the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K event. She maintained a consistent pace from the start, with her first two miles clocking in at 6:52 min/mile. The steep incline starting at 2.2 miles slightly impacted her pace, reflected in the third split where she averaged 7:21 min/mile. However, she adeptly regained momentum with a strong 6:51 min/mile during the fourth split. In the latter stages, Caroline's strategic pacing shone, particularly in the 6th mile which improved to an impressive 6:30 min/mile. Her persistence allowed her to finish the 7.45-mile course in 51:14 at a commendable average pace of 6:52 min/mile. This performance positioned her 55th in her gender category out of 1839 participants. With consistent pacing adjustments, Caroline displayed both endurance and adaptability, marking a notable representation for the West Valley Track Club Women.