Josh Kerr

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Episode Rundown:

US Half Marathon Championships

Yared’s mile world record attempt

Josh Kerr pulling out of Milrose Games

Clayton Young’s vulnerability on YouTube

Notable documentaries in sport

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The 2025 Millrose Games delivered historic performances, with Grant Fisher setting a 3000m world record (7:22.91) and Yared Nuguse breaking the Wanamaker Mile world record (3:46.63) in a night that rewrote the record books.Breaking it down:🔹 Fisher vs. Hocker in the 3000mFisher, the Olympic 5000m & 10,000m medalist, held off a stunning challenge from Olympic 1500m champion Cole Hocker in a race for the ages.Fisher ran 29.82, 29.82, 29.54 splits in the closing laps but couldn’t shake Hocker. With three laps to go, Hocker surprisingly surged into the lead, pushing the pace in pursuit of a world record.Fisher reclaimed the lead in the final stretch, securing the win and the $25,000 WR bonus with7:22.91, as Hocker clocked7:23.14—the second-fastest time in history.🔹 Nuguse dominates the Wanamaker MileJust an hour after Fisher’s record, Nuguse made history with a world record of3:46.63, breaking Yomif Kejelcha’s3:47.01 mark.Despite Josh Kerr withdrawing due to illness, the race delivered fireworks.Hobbs Kessler (3:46.90) also broke the previous WR, finishing second.Australia’s Cam Myers set a world U20 record (3:47.48), and France’s Azeddine Habz set a national record (3:47.56).+ more highlights and analysis

The 117th Millrose Games are set for Saturday afternoon. When the professional races get underway at The Armory at 4 p.m., hold onto your hats for two straight hours of scintillating action.

Last year saw two world records and three American records fall. With even stronger fields in 2025, Millrose could outdo itself.

You can follow along with live results and watch on NBC Sports or Peacock (subscription required), and we’ll have live updates on all the CITIUS MAG social channels.

FULL PREVIEW HERE: https://citiusmag.com/articles/millrose-games-preview-2025-athletes-storylines

Storylines discussed:

💥 Hocker vs. Fisher (Men’s 3000m)

• Olympic 1500m champ Cole Hocker takes on double Olympic medalist Grant Fisher in a classic speed vs. strength battle.
• Fisher set an American record last year in the 2-mile at Millrose—can he take down Yared Nuguse’s 7:28.23 American record in the 3000m?
• World record watch: Ethiopia’s Lamecha Girma’s indoor WR of 7:23.81 could be in danger.
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🔥 Nuguse vs. Kerr (Wanamaker Mile)

• Two-time defending champ Yared Nuguse looks for the three-peat against Olympic silver medalist Josh Kerr.
• Kerr is undefeated at Millrose over longer distances, but 0-3 in the Wanamaker Mile—will that change?
• World record chase: The 3:47.01 WR (Yomif Kejelcha, 2019) is in serious jeopardy.
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🚀 Can Nikki Hiltz hold off Georgia Bell (Women's Mile)?

• Hiltz has won four straight U.S. 1500m titles and outkicked rivals with ease.
• Olympic bronze medalist Georgia Bell (3:52 PB) is a different kind of challenge.

🏃‍♂️ Can Brandon Miller break the 600m world best?

• Miller is targeting Donavan Brazier’s WR (1:13.77) after a strong 800m opener.
• Quincy Wilson (16-year-old Olympic gold medalist) could also take down the high school record.

🏆 Women’s 3000m: Jessica Hull, Tuohy, and Whittni Morgan clash

• Olympic 1500m silver medalist Jessica Hull faces Katelyn Tuohy, who ran a collegiate record (8:35) here in 2023.
• Can Tuohy compete with top U.S. and international pros?

Featuring special guests Ky Robinson and Dylan Jacobs, we get into all of the madness that happened in the running world this past weekend. We recap Ethan Strand and Farken Fast's big mile at the Boston University Terrier meet (and the other big performances of the weekend), the OAC indoor opener at New Balance Grand Prix, and preview all of the big time races at the Millrose Games this weekend. We also have a nice call with Olli from beantown featuring some surprise cameos from our teammates.

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In this episode we review the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix entries, the results of the Dr. Sander's Scorcher, Josh Kerr's ambassadorship, the worst uniform of all time, some of Oceania's young studs (Cam Myers and Sam Ruthe), and have a big old classic gossip and television chat.

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In this episode we recap Morgan's Half Marathon debut in Houston, catch up with Olli and his latest lego kits, and also finally welcome back George from New Zealand. We also chime in on Josh Kerr's new Brooks deal until 3024.

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In this episode we chat about Shelby's return to the athletics world, Josh Kerr's secret love affair, and Morgan's debut in the Houston Half Marathon alongside Joe Klecker. We also get into life updates, injury updates, and other random news like some fun road racing in Valencia.

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“To win a world championship title in my country, then break world records and British records all the way throughout the season, then make it to the Olympics and run a personal best on the biggest stage – you can't walk away disappointed with that or else you're just going to hate the sport. I'm happy with how the year went.”

Few athletes in the world of track and field command attention like Josh Kerr. The reigning 1500m World champion and Olympic silver medalist returns to The CITIUS MAG Podcast today to reflect on a monumental 2024 season and to share exciting news: Josh is officially set to race the Wanamaker Mile at the 2025 Millrose Games. 

Known for his meticulous approach to racing and his ability to thrive on the sport’s biggest stages, Josh enters the new year with ambitious goals, including sweeping the Grand Slam Track series and defending his World Championship title. In this episode, we dig into Josh’s takeaways from a season that included personal bests, thrilling head-to-head battles, and some of the most competitive 1500m races in history. 

We also discuss his return to the mile distance, his rivalry with Yared Nuguse, and what makes the Wanamaker Mile one of the most coveted titles in indoor track. Josh doesn’t just run fast—he runs with purpose. And today, he gives us a glimpse into the mindset, strategy, and fire that fuel one of the best middle-distance runners in the world.

Host: Chris Chavez | ⁠⁠@chris_j_chavez on Instagram⁠ 

Guest: Josh Kerr | ⁠@joshhkerr on Instagram⁠

Time Stamps:

8:49 - Reflecting on his 2024 season

11:20 - Reflecting on the Olympic 1500m final

13:00 - Thoughts on racing the mile at Millrose

14:58 - How he and his coach planned out 2025

17:15 - Thoughts on racing World Indoors

24:24 - Wedding planning

25:22 - Getting nervous before races

29:17 - How his racing style compares to Yared’s

33:05 - Why he thinks Cole won the Olympic 1500m

42:55 - Thoughts on racing the 800m at GST

47:24 - Thoughts on his GST competitors

59:51 - New Year’s Resolutions 

1:01:21 - How the 1500m has changed

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