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UK's Josh Kerr Smashes 27-Year-Old World Mile Record in London Stadium
Josh Kerr of the UK smashed the 27-year-old world mile record at the London Diamond League, shaving almost three seconds off his personal best in the process.
UK's Josh Kerr smashed the 27-year-old world mile record at the London Diamond League, shaving almost three seconds off his own personal best in the process. The 28-year-old Briton set a new mark of 3:49.45, surpassing the previous record held by Hicham El Guerrouj for over two decades.
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