Josh Kerr sets new men's mile world record at Diamond League meet
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Josh Kerr broke the men's mile world record on July 18 at the Diamond League meet in London, finishing in 3:42.66. This time surpasses the previous record of 3:43.13 set by Hicham El Guerrouj in 1999. Kerr's performance followed his earlier declaration of intent to chase the record, and he completed the feat in front of approximately 60,000 fans. The 28-year-old is now the first man in 27 years to hold the record and aims to solidify his legacy among Britain's elite runners. He previously won gold in the 1,500 meters at the 2023 World Championships and has Olympic medals from recent Games.
- •Kerr ran a time of 3:42.66 in London Stadium.
- •El Guerrouj's record had stood since 1999.
- •Kerr became the seventh British runner to hold the men's mile record.
- •He aims to be recognized among Britain's greatest runners.
- •The Diamond League meet drew about 60,000 spectators.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Josh Kerr Breaks 27-Year Men's Mile World Record With Historic Time
"The Scottish middle-distance star shattered Hicham El Guerrouj's long-standing men's mile world record during a race at London Stadium.
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