15-Year-Old Sam Ruthe Shatters World Mile Record in Auckland

A remarkable achievement in the track world occurred when 15-year-old Sam Ruthe from New Zealand broke the mile record, clocking 3:58.35 and surpassing the previous record held by Jakob Ingebrigtsen. Ruthe's performance not only made him the youngest athlete to break the four-minute mile but also shattered New Zealand’s U17 and U18 records. Meanwhile, Ingebrigtsen is focusing on winning his first world title in the 1,500 meters during the upcoming indoor championships in Nanjing and outdoor championships in Tokyo, despite having previously claimed Olympic gold. Ingebrigtsen, who recently set world records for the mile and 1,500 meters, aims to assert his dominance in these events after narrowly missing victories in recent world competitions. Both athletes are at pivotal points in their careers, with Ruthe emerging as a new star and Ingebrigtsen seeking to solidify his legacy.