Nico Young did it. He ran 12:45.27 to beat a star studded Diamond League field in Oslo Norway (and break Grant Fisher's outdoor record).
What does it mean for Nico? For American distance running? For Grant Fisher?
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Also, Grand Slam Track LA was cancelled. Is it the end of the league?
The NCAA championships kicked off last night as well.
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Show notes:
00:00 Introduction and Pop Culture Reference
00:46 Historic Win by Nico Young
02:18 Race Breakdown and Analysis
03:09 Nico Young's Future Prospects
05:32 American Distance Running Dominance
16:32 Grant Fisher vs Nico Young & US 5000m Team
30:48 Grand Slam Track LA Cancelled
36:58 Sustainability and Revenue Challenges
38:00 Attendance and Broadcast Contracts
41:47 Prize Money and Athlete Commitments
43:18 Future Prospects and Reflections
50:02 More: Oslo Diamond League Highlights, 3:50 Last Place in Mile
58:10 NCAA Championships Day 1
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