- Cameron Myers broke the World U20 Indoor Mile Record with a time of 3:53.12.
- His victory at the Dr Sander Scorcher meet in New York came with a new meet record.
- Myers now targets qualification for the 2025 Track and Field World Championships in Tokyo.
Cameron Myers, at 18 years old, has shattered the World U20 Indoor Mile Record at the Dr Sander Scorcher meet in New York, finishing with a remarkable time of 3:53.12. His performance lowered the previous record held by German Fernandez, set in 2009.
The Australian middle-distance runner is gaining recognition for his rapid rise, having set several continental age-group records in recent years. This includes a 3:33.26 for 1500m, solidifying his place as a major talent in the sport.
Cameron Myers Smashes Indoor Mile Record, Eyes Future Championships
Cameron Myers stunned the athletics world by breaking the World U20 Indoor Mile Record with a 3:53.12 victory at the Dr Sander Invitational in New York. In his first-ever indoor race, Myers outpaced Kenya’s Festus Lagat to win by 0.37 seconds, securing a new meet record. Despite his success, Myers wasn’t fully satisfied, noting that he aimed for a faster time.
Myers has been a standout in middle-distance running, setting multiple records for his age group, including a 3:50.15 outdoor mile and a 7:41.11 over 3000m. His latest indoor achievement also saw him posting a 3:37.89 split in the 1500m, which is an Oceanian U20 record. This puts him among the top indoor runners in Oceania, behind legendary figures like John Walker.
His performance in New York marked a significant breakthrough in his career. Myers, coached by Dick Telford, continues to develop his technique and tactics, aiming for a strong finish in future competitions. He acknowledged the adjustments needed to handle the shorter track layout, which he plans to address in upcoming events.
Looking ahead, Myers is focused on qualifying for the Track and Field World Championships in Tokyo in September 2025. His breakthrough indoor record has only increased expectations, and with his talent, he’s set to continue making waves in the world of athletics.
Cameron Myers’ record-breaking feat at the Dr Sander Scorcher meet is just the beginning of his promising career, as he now focuses on bigger goals for the year ahead.
“It’s good to come out here and get it done, but the goal was to run a bit faster so in reality I’m not too happy with that.” – Cameron Myers
