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Cameron Myers Shatters World U20 Indoor Mile Record with 3:53.12 Victory in New York

Eighteen-year-old Australian sensation Cameron Myers has rewritten history books, taking nearly two seconds off the world U20 indoor mile record with a stunning 3:53.12 victory at the Dr. Sander Invitational in New York on Saturday (25).

Competing in his first-ever indoor race, Myers showcased exceptional poise and talent, holding off fierce competition from Kenya’s Festus Lagat and Britain’s Adam Fogg to secure the win at the World Athletics Indoor Tour Bronze meeting.

The race was a test of both speed and strategy. Myers maintained a calculated pace through the early laps before unleashing his signature finishing kick, edging Lagat by 0.37 seconds. Lagat crossed the line in 3:53.49, while Fogg took third with 3:53.86.

Myers’ groundbreaking performance obliterated the previous world U20 indoor mile record of 3:55.02, set by USA’s German Fernandez in 2009. Moreover, his 1500m split of 3:37.89 set a new Oceanian U20 indoor record, adding another accolade to his already glittering resume. The milestone places him eighth on the Oceanian senior all-time indoor list, trailing only legendary figures like 1976 Olympic 1500m champion John Walker.

A Rising Star of Middle-Distance Running

This latest achievement adds to an impressive string of records for Myers, who has consistently demonstrated his dominance on the track. Outdoors, he has set numerous continental age-group records, including a jaw-dropping 3:33.26 for 1500m, a 3:50.15 mile, and a 7:41.11 over 3000m achieved just last month. These feats have established him as one of the brightest young talents in global athletics.

Myers’ victory in New York marks a significant step forward in his career and hints at even greater potential in the years to come. Speaking after the race, the young star reflected on his achievement: "This was my first indoor race, so I wanted to approach it with focus and determination. Breaking the record is surreal, but it’s just the beginning."

A Glimpse into the Future

With his eyes set on continued success, Myers has proven he can compete with the best in the world. His ability to excel across different distances and surfaces underscores his versatility and determination to reach the top of the sport. At just 18 years old, Myers has not only etched his name in the record books but also inspired a new generation of athletes to dream big.

As the track and field world celebrates this remarkable milestone, all eyes will be on Cameron Myers as he continues to push boundaries and set new standards in middle-distance running.

posted Monday January 27th
by Boris Baron