As the anchor leg began, there was no question that the world record would fall, but who would win the race? All three teams shattered the previous record, with Villanova clocking 16:19.0, the Philadelphia Pioneers 16:20.4, and the NY Athletic Club 16:24.4. Interview: https://www.flotrack.org/video/5181553-shalane-flanagan-2010-us-half-marathon-champ-6941-debut2020—Senior Athing Mu (Trenton Central,NJ) set a U.S. High School Indoor Record of 1:10.22 for 500-Meters at the Virginia Showcase in Lynchburg(VA). I am who I am today because I entered St. George High School with the greatest mentor and coach as ateenager. Former World Record holder 3000m-7:39.6 (1965), 5000m-13:24.2 (1965)Winner of the Wanamaker Mile at the 1966 Millrose Games.

Source: New York Times January 19, 2026 07:04 UTC