Josh Kerr is once again making headlines after his record-breaking performance. On July 18, 2026, he competed in the London Diamond League and ran the mile race in nearly 3 minutes and 42 seconds, setting a new world record. It is grabbing even more attention because a few months ago, Josh opened up about the same and expressed his wish to break this record.
Amid the world record, a lot of attention has shifted towards his personal life, including the love of his life, Larimar Rodriguez. Reportedly, she is a doctor and former track and field athlete. The couple, who tied the knot in 2025, first met as university students and went on to face long-distance. Continue reading to know more about Larimar and their love story!
When Josh Kerr spoke about breaking the world record
A few months before the London Diamond League, Josh Kerr had a candid conversation, during which he expressed his wish to break the record in front of nearly 60,000 fans. After winning the race, he was extremely grateful. In an interview with BBC Sport, he said:
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