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British runner Josh Kerr clocked about 3:42 to break the 27-year-old world record in the men’s mile at the London Athletics Meet, a historic feat he dubbed “Project 222.” The triumph, celebrated by Kerr but largely under the radar in the fast-paced sports news cycle, ended Hicham El Guerrouj’s 1999 record and highlighted how swiftly attention moves in modern athletics.
British runner Josh Kerr shattered the men's mile world record with a 3:42.66 at the London Diamond League, breaking Hicham El Guerrouj's 27-year mark as he surged to the lead and celebrated with a lap around London Stadium.
Josh Kerr shattered the mile world record with a 3:42.66 at the London Diamond League, finishing three seconds ahead of rivals and shaving 0.47 seconds off Hicham El Guerrouj’s 1999 mark of 3:43.13. The breakthrough capped an eight‑month plan dubbed 'Project 222' and relied on pacemakers to hit steady splits, marking a historic milestone in middle‑distance running.
Josh Kerr travels to London to chase Hicham El Guerrouj’s 3:43.13 mile world record, the first serious bid since 1999, using precise pacing aided by Wavelight and two pacers. His coach says Kerr is ready, but breaking the record will hinge on perfect conditions, pacemaking, and a strong finish, with rivals like Nuguse likely to push the pace. Kerr's buildup has been laser-focused on this single objective, including high-altitude training and specific rhythm workouts, making London a rare, high-stakes shot at one of track and field’s most storied marks.
Josh Kerr, a multi-time world champion, will attempt to break the iconic mile world record of 3:43.13 in a real race at the London Diamond League on July 18, aided by a customized Brooks spike setup, treating the effort as a peak-season goal rather than a time trial and facing a strong field led by Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
Josh Kerr's attempt to defend his 1500m title at the 2025 World Athletics Championships was thwarted by a calf injury, causing him to finish last and miss his chance at a second consecutive gold, despite showing resilience in finishing the race.
Josh Kerr won the 2024 Bowerman Mile in Eugene, Oregon, defeating Jakob Ingebrigtsen with a time of 3:45.34, setting a new British record and achieving a personal best. Kerr's strategic move to take the lead with 600 meters remaining paid off, as he held off Ingebrigtsen and a competitive field. Ingebrigtsen, despite an Achilles injury, finished second with a strong performance, while American Yared Nuguse came in third. Kerr's victory underscores his dominance in middle-distance running and sets the stage for a competitive season leading up to the Paris Olympics.
Bahamian Devynne Charlton and Brit Josh Kerr set new indoor world records in the 60m hurdles and two miles, respectively, at the Millrose Games, while Elle St. Pierre lowered her American record in the indoor mile. American runner Grant Fisher also set a new American record in the men's 2 mile. Additionally, American Yared Nuguse won the men's mile, and American Christian Coleman won the men's 60m, setting the stage for a showdown with Noah Lyles at the upcoming USA Track and Field Indoor Championships.