Summary
The achievement occurred at the Diamond League meeting held at London Stadium.
Kerr was honored with a celebratory lap around the track after the race.
Key Points
4 points1
Josh Kerr, aged 28, broke the men's mile world record that had stood since 1999.
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The previous record of 3:43.13 was set by Moroccan runner Hicham El Guerrouj.
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Kerr's new time was 3 minutes and 43 seconds at the Diamond League competition in London.
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He received a lap of honour at London Stadium to celebrate the accomplishment.
New Words to Learn
5 wordsworld record
the best performance ever recorded worldwide in a sport
Diamond League
a series of top international track and field competitions
honoured
recognized and praised for an achievement
lap
one full circuit around a running track
stadium
a large arena where spectators watch sporting events
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