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Wanyonyi narrowly missed the men’s mile world record with a stunning win at Germany’s Adizero event.
Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi missed the world record for the men’s mile by a mere nine seconds but still stormed to a stunning victory at the Adizero Road to Records event in Herzogenaurach, Germany on Saturday afternoon.
The 20-year-old Kenyan sensation clocked an impressive 3:52.45 to clinch first place, narrowly missing out on the long-standing world record of 3:43.13, set by Moroccan legend Hicham El Guerrouj.
Despite falling short of the historic mark, Wanyonyi’s performance electrified the crowd and further solidified his position as one of the brightest young talents in middle-distance running.
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Trailing Wanyonyi was the American duo of Hobbs Kesler and Nico Young.
Kesler crossed the finish line in 3:54.34, while Young was just a whisker behind at 3:54.50, taking second and third place respectively. Both Americans delivered personal bests, highlighting the high caliber of competition at the annual event hosted at Adidas headquarters.
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Wanyonyi, who is also the world 800m silver medalist, was competing at the Adizero event for the second consecutive year. In 2023, he had won the same race with a time of 3:54.6. His progression since then has been remarkable, as he shaved off more than two seconds from last year’s performance.
Saturday’s race marked Wanyonyi’s fourth competition of the 2025 season. He began his year on a high note with a winning streak that has captured the attention of athletics fans worldwide.
Earlier this month, Wanyonyi triumphed at the Grand Slam Series opener in Kingston, Jamaica, where he clocked 3:35.18 to win the men’s 1500m. He also secured a second-place finish in the men’s 800m at the same meet, running 1:46.44.
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Speaking after his victory, Wanyonyi expressed satisfaction with his performance but acknowledged that the world record remains firmly in his sights.
"I gave it everything out there today," Wanyonyi said. "The world record is tough, but it motivates me even more. I’m getting closer every time, and I believe it’s just a matter of time."
In the women’s mile, another Kenyan star, Nelly Chepchirchir, showcased her dominance by defending her title in style.
Chepchirchir crossed the line in 4:23.99, comfortably ahead of Ethiopia’s Abera Hawi, who finished second in 4:26.83. American Addison Wiley claimed third place with a time of 4:31.49.
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Chepchirchir’s victory marked a significant improvement from her winning time last year, where she clocked 4:31.0. Her steady progression reflects a growing confidence and poise on the international stage.
The Adizero Road to Records event has continued to establish itself as a springboard for athletes chasing historic times and personal bests.
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