Can a Pacesetter Win a Race?

Can pacemakers win races? Pacemakers are required to be registered contestants in the race they're pacing, so they can actually win.

What does a pacesetter do?

Also referred to as rabbits, pacesetters, or pacemakers, pacers are elite-level runners whom race organizers will enter into both middle and long-distance events to provide a quick tempo for top competitors to achieve fast times, and decrease the likelihood of a slow, tactical race.

What is a pacesetter in a marathon?

A pacemaker or pacesetter, sometimes informally called a rabbit, is a runner who leads a middle- or long-distance running event for the first section to ensure a fast time and avoid excessive tactical racing. ... Pacemakers serve the role of conveying tangible information about pacing on the track during a race.