Josh Kerr sets mile world record at Diamond League event in London

Josh Kerr backed up his bravado to set a world record in the mile at the London Diamond League.

The Olympic 1500m silver medallist and 2023 world champion raised eyebrows when he set out his stall in March, announcing his intention to wipe out Moroccan Hicham El Guerrouj’s 27-year-old mark of three minutes and 43.13 seconds.

But the 28-year-old, decked out in a custom Brooks speed suit and spikes, proved he could practice what he preached by blazing to the finish in three minutes, 42.66s.

He finished well ahead of Paris 2024 1500m bronze medallist Yared Nuguse, who was second in 3:45.69, while Briton Jake Heyward rounded out the podium in a personal-best 3:46.73.

Published: 18/07/2026 by Radio NewsHub