Not much changed after another lap.

Not much changed after another lap.

Beki Smith of Australia led a chase pack.

More of the rest of the field

Top USA walker Maria Michta-Coffey led a group of her own. She was on pace for the faster split of the seaons (for a USA woman walker).

Miranda Melville was not far back, also walking well for herself.

Michta-Coffee continues to look strong

As does Melville.

Claire Tallent was originally not racing but added late.