Cooper Lutkenhaus, a 16-year-old junior from Northwest High School in Texas, set an age-group world record at the U.S. Track & Field Championships with a time of 1:42.27. His performance included an impressive finish where he passed three elite runners, leading to accolades from renowned coach Steve Magness. Lutkenhaus will become the youngest American to compete in the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. His record-breaking time is the fastest ever for a runner under 18, showcasing his extraordinary talent in distance running.
Lutkenhaus' performance at the U.S. Track & Field Championships included passing three of the nation’s fastest men, creating an electrifying stretch run.
Steve Magness declared Lutkenhaus' age-group world record the most impressive athletic feat in history, stating his performance makes high school LeBron James look like nobody.
Cooper Lutkenhaus is set to become the youngest American to compete in the World Athletics Championships with a time of 1:42.27, the fastest ever for a runner under 18.
In a stunning finish, Lutkenhaus turned from seventh to second place, passing reigning indoor world champion Josh Hoey and Olympians Brandon Miller and Bryce Hoppel.
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