What's happened
Josh Kerr triumphs in the mile race at the Diamond League meet in Eugene, Oregon, breaking Steve Cram's 39-year-old national record with a time of 3:45.34, and defeating his rival Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
What's behind the headline?
What the papers say
The Independent highlights Kerr's victory over Ingebrigtsen and his smashing of Steve Cram's record, emphasizing his remarkable string of results. The Scotsman provides insights into Kerr's journey to elite level running and his decision to pursue an athletics scholarship in the US.
How we got here
Josh Kerr, born in Edinburgh, made a significant decision to move to the US for an athletics scholarship at the University of New Mexico, where he has since excelled in middle-distance running, culminating in his recent record-breaking victory.
Go deeper
- What other records has Josh Kerr broken in his career?
- How has Josh Kerr's victory impacted the athletics community?
- What are the future prospects for Josh Kerr in middle-distance running?
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