Josh Kerr has broken his silence after withdrawing from the Millrose Games, focusing on his Grand Slam Track debut after illness setback.
World 1500m champion Josh Kerr has spoken publicly for the first time since withdrawing from the highly anticipated Millrose Games.
The British athlete had built significant anticipation ahead of the event but was forced to make a last-minute decision to sit out due to illness.
Kerr’s withdrawal left fans disappointed as his much anticipated clash with American star Yared Nuguse had been one of the most eagerly awaited clashes of the indoor season.
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Nuguse, who entered the race with the record for the second-fastest indoor mile in history, capitalized on Kerr’s absence and delivered a stunning performance, setting a new world record in the event with a time of 3:43.63.
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Kerr took to Instagram to share his thoughts following his withdrawal expressing disappointment but also trust in his coaching team’s decision.
“The build-up for a race is an arduous process. I was gutted to not toe the line, but I trust my coaching staff and the decisions made. Congratulations to the records set. It’s an exciting time to be a miler in the sport. Eyes on GST,” he wrote.
His absence from the Millrose Games was a major blow for fans hoping to see him compete against Nuguse, but Kerr remains focused on the bigger picture.
The British middle-distance star has his eyes set on the upcoming track season and is approaching it with a strategic mindset.
In an interview with Citius Mag during the Millrose Games, Kerr discussed his goals for the indoor season, clarifying that breaking records is not his primary objective.
“I’m not here for a world record. That’s not really where my eyes go. I just want to come out with a win. For me, I’m focused on the competitors, focused on their moves. I have a pretty solid game plan for what I think is going to happen,” he explained as per SportKeeda.
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Kerr emphasized the importance of execution, stating that a great performance is the natural result of smart race strategy and discipline.
He is not chasing records but instead prioritizing the tactical aspects of each race, ensuring that he is prepared for every move his competitors might make.
