for reference I believe the 5000 is being paced to 13:07
What? It's scheduled to be paced through 3k in like 7:37, and there are 12:40 guys officially going for the world record in this race. Not sure what you're talking about, unless there's a B group pacer? Always found it weird that posters on here love to literally make things up on the spot and see if people will notice or not haha.
There will most likely be 2 groups, with the front group following the fast 12:4x pace set up (7:37 requested for 3k), and a second group targeting sub 13 (several athletes entered have PB's around 13:00 and a few, at least Gressier, mentioned going for sub 13).
If this group collaborates well it could be a great opportunity for them to be in contention for a sub 13 time, and an opportunity for Teare to have a shot at it.
for reference I believe the 5000 is being paced to 13:07
Maybe you're confusing the Sound Running Sunset Tour meet on Saturday with the Monaco DL today (Friday)? I would believe that the Sound 5000m is being paced for 13:07, but the Monaco race should be much faster. Cooper is racing in Monaco.