Jakob Ingebrigtsen is an athlete who never ceases to amaze. Today, the double Olympic champion from Norway, known for his charisma and unique way of engaging with his followers on social media, competed in the Liévin Meeting in France, where he had previously broken the indoor 1,500-meter world record in 2022. This time, Ingebrigtsen was not only aiming for victory but also set his sights on breaking the indoor mile world record, a distance he had never competed in before.

With the Liévin Meeting as the backdrop, the 24-year-old athlete added yet another feat to his impressive résumé. Ingebrigtsen not only claimed the indoor mile world record, setting a stunning time of 3:45.15, but also achieved another milestone by passing the 1,500-meter mark in 3:29.61—an unprecedented time on a 200-meter track. This achievement marks his fifth world record, solidifying his position as one of the most prominent figures in global athletics.

NEW RECORD

For Ingebrigtsen, the indoor mile was an uncharted challenge, one he approached with determination. Despite his vast experience in competitions and record–breaking performances, the 1,609-meter distance—equivalent to eight laps around the 200-meter track plus three extra strides—had never been part of his journey before. The added difficulty of the tight indoor track curves was no obstacle for the Norwegian, who showcased his adaptability and relentless ambition to keep pushing boundaries.

The previous indoor mile record, held by Yomif Kejelcha since 2019 with a time of 3:47.01, seemed like a reachable target for Ingebrigtsen. However, just six days earlier, American runner Yared Nuguse had lowered that mark to 3:46.63 at the Millrose Games in New York. Undeterred, Ingebrigtsen not only surpassed that record but obliterated it, demonstrating his exceptional form and winning mentality.