Emmanuel Wanyonyi, a young athlete from Kenya, made history by breaking the world record in the road mile event at Herzogenaurach, Germany on Saturday. At just 19 years old, Wanyonyi set a new mark with an impressive time of 3 minutes and 54.56 seconds during his first competitive race over this distance.
Wanyonyi is primarily known for his skills as an 800-meter runner, but he showcased his versatility by achieving this remarkable milestone. His talent was evident when he won the silver medal in the men’s 800m at the 2023 World Athletics Championship in Budapest, Hungary.
The previous world road mile record was held by American athlete Hobbs Kessler with a time of 3:56.13. Wanyonyi’s achievement not only shattered this record but also highlighted his potential as an emerging star in the world of track and field. His success is sure to inspire other young athletes to pursue their dreams and push themselves to new limits.
