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
Yomif Kejelcha is an Ethiopian long-distance runner known for his performances in the 3000 meters, 5000 meters, and 10000 meters events. He is a two-time World Indoor Champion in the 3000 meters and has set multiple world records in his career, showcasing his remarkable speed and endurance.
Josh Kerr is a renowned British middle-distance runner, specializing in the 1500 meters. He rose to international prominence with a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and has consistently competed at the top level in European and World Championships. Known for his tactical racing and strong finishing kick, Kerr represents Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and continues to be a dominant force on the track.
Yared Nuguse is an accomplished middle-distance runner from the United States, specializing in the 1500 meters. He gained national attention with his standout performances in the NCAA Championships while competing for the University of Notre Dame. Nuguse has continued to shine on the professional circuit, representing Team USA in international competitions.
Grant Fisher is a professional long-distance runner from the United States who specializes in events such as the 5000 meters and 10000 meters. A former standout at Stanford University, Fisher has made a significant impact on the international stage, representing the USA in major competitions including the World Championships and the Olympics.
