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Josh Kerr smashes men’s mile world record that stood unbroken since 1999
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Josh Kerr smashes men’s mile world record that stood unbroken since 1999

Josh Kerr broke the men's mile world record at the Diamond League meet in London, finishing in 3:42.66, surpassing the previous record held by Hicham El Guerrouj since 1999. The event saw other notable performances, including Julien Alfred continuing her undefeated sprint streak and American Sam Kendricks winning the pole vault despite the absence of injured athlete Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis. Duplantis withdrew due to a thigh injury, missing the opportunity to compete in the event. The meet was attended by nearly 60,000 people, highlighting the popularity of athletics in London.

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Josh Kerr smashes men’s mile world record that stood unbroken since 1999

Josh Kerr broke the men's mile world record at the Diamond League meet in London, finishing in 3:42.66, surpassing the previous record held by Hicham El Guerrouj since 1999. The event saw other notable performances, including Julien Alfred continuing her undefeated sprint streak and American Sam Kendricks winning the pole vault despite the absence of injured athlete Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis. Duplantis withdrew due to a thigh injury, missing the opportunity to compete in the event. The meet was attended by nearly 60,000 people, highlighting the popularity of athletics in London.

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