EPISODE · Jul 7, 2025 · 9 MIN
Hicham El Guerrouj’s Unbreakable Mile: The Race That Redefined Human Limits
from Daily Sports History · host Ethan Reese
On July 7, 1999, at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico, Hicham El Guerrouj shattered the world mile record with a time of 3:43.13, a mark that still stands 25 years later. This episode dives deep into the legendary race, El Guerrouj’s journey from heartbreak to history, his rivalry with Noah Ngeny, and why this record remains untouched. Discover the tactics, drama, and legacy behind one of sport’s greatest achievements. Perfect for sports history enthusiasts and fans of inspiring athletic stories.Listen now! 👉 DailySportsHistory.com 📲 Follow for more daily sports history insights! Email: [email protected]: YouTube.com/@dailysportshistoryTwitter: twitter.com/dailysportshisFacebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551687917253&mibextid=ZbWKwLBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dailysportshistory.bsky.socialInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dailysportshis/profilecard/?igsh=OWl1MzIyYndqOGU2Threadshttps://www.threads.net/@dailysportshis#HichamElGuerrouj #MileRecord #TrackAndField #AthleticsHistory #SportsLegends #Rome1999 #WorldRecord #MiddleDistance #Running #SportsHistoryBuy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dailysportzNewsletter: https://substack.com/@dailysportshistory?r=3en496&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=stories&shareImageVariant=lightDailySportsHistory.comEmail: [email protected]: YouTube.com/@dailysportshistory Twitter: twitter.com/dailysportshis Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551687917253&mibextid=ZbWKwL
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