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Date: May 17, 2026 Participant: Caitlin Marie Smith #2228 Race: 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede Distance: 7.4 miles

Consistent Start, Strong Finish Caitlin Marie Smith from Mill Valley demonstrated a steady performance at the 2026 Bay to Breakers 12K Centipede event, with consistent pacing in the first two miles, both clocking in at 16:18 min/mile. Notably, she completed Hayes Hill between miles 2 and 3, marking a split of 26:14 min/mile at the third mile, which contributed to a shift in pacing strategy. As the race progressed, Caitlin adapted and improved her pacing, peaking with a split of 14:16 min/mile in the final stretch. Overall, Caitlin's efforts culminated in a 1235th place finish out of 1839 participants, with an average pace of 21:25 min/mile. Her split times increased notably on the uphill sections but displayed a commendable recovery with strong pacing in the final mile. Continuing to develop endurance on inclines and maintaining momentum will further enhance her future performances. Her strong team presence with LOVB San Francisco adds to her promising race profile.