Josh Kerr is poised to challenge a legendary milestone with his ambitious bid to break the mile world record, currently held by Hicham El Gerrouj for 27 years. Scheduled for the Wanda Diamond League event at the London Stadium, Kerr aims to achieve a time under 3:43.13 in front of a packed crowd of 60,000 fans.

Kerr's preparation has been meticulous, including:

• Ice baths lasting exactly three minutes and 42 seconds
• Training in an altitude room at his home in Albuquerque
• Inviting his parents to the U.S. for support leading up to the attempt

Confident in his abilities, Kerr stated, "My body is capable of the mark, so my job is to have my mind be available to let my body do the job." Despite acknowledging the risks involved, he remains focused and energized by a supportive environment during his training.

The announcement of Project 222 back in March raised eyebrows among some team members, but Kerr understands the importance of visibility in athletics. He draws inspiration from the rich history of the mile in British athletics, from Roger Bannister’s historic sub-four-minute mile to the legendary rivalry between Seb Coe and Steve Ovett.

Alongside Kerr, fellow Brit Keely Hodgkinson is also aiming for a world record in the 800m, targeting the 1:53.28 set by Jarmila Kratochvila in 1983. Hodgkinson, who faced setbacks in her recent races, emphasized the importance of enjoying the sport to perform her best.

With both athletes striving for greatness, the London Stadium promises to be a thrilling backdrop for these historic attempts.