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Britain’s Josh Kerr breaks long-standing mile world record
By Justin Boggs at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
A 27-year-old world record fell Saturday in London when Great Britains Josh Kerr ran the mile in 3:42.66, breaking Hicham El Guerroujs previous mark of 3:43.13 set in 1999.Kerr made no secret that he was targeting the long-standing record at Saturdays Diamond League event in London. Earlier this ...
Key takeaway 66, breaking Hicham El Guerroujs previous mark of 3:43.
Why this matters in The Waco
While Josh Kerr's record-breaking mile run may seem like a distant achievement, its impact can be felt in Waco 's own running community. The city is home to a thriving group of track and field enthusiasts, with local high schools and clubs producing talented middle-distance runners. Kerr's accomplishment serves as a benchmark for these athletes, demonstrating the heights that can be achieved with dedication and training. Moreover, the fact that Kerr competed at the collegiate level in the United States, starring at the University of New Mexico, highlights the importance of NCAA programs in developing world-class talent. As Waco's own runners strive to make their mark, they can draw inspiration from Kerr's remarkable feat, and local coaches and trainers can use his achievement as a teaching tool to push their athletes to new levels of performance.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A 27-year-old world record fell Saturday in London when Great Britains Josh Kerr ran the mile in 3:42.66, breaking Hicham El Guerroujs previous mark of 3:43.13 set in 1999.Kerr made no secret that he was targeting the long-standing record at Saturdays Diamond League event in London. Earlier this ...
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