Faith Kipyegon agonisingly close to Breaking 4-minute mile goal

27 Jun 2025 • 2:26 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon attempted to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes at a special event in Paris.
  • The Nike-backed bid was inspired by her compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's successful sub-two-hour marathon challenge.
  • Kipyegon utilized advanced 'super shoes' and pacers, including male runners, though this meant the attempt would not count as an official record.
  • Despite a strong effort, Kipyegon did not break the four-minute barrier, finishing with a time of 4:06.42 and setting a new personal best and world record for the mile.
  • Kipyegon expressed determination to continue pursuing the sub-four-minute mile, believing it is 'only a matter of time' before it is achieved.
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