Faith Kipyegon to chase historic sub-4 minute mile in Paris
Nike and Global Sports Communication are proud to announce that three-time Olympic champion, four-time world champion, and two-time world record-holder Faith Kipyegon will attempt to become the first woman in history to run a mile in under four minutes.
The historic attempt will take place during a special event titled “Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile” at the Stade Charléty in Paris on 26 June 2025, a time and location specifically selected to align with her training schedule and maximize her performance.
In her attempt, Kipyegon is pursuing a feat that was once considered an insurmountable limitation and has, until now, remained beyond the reach of the world’s most elite women athletes. She will attempt to shave at least 7.65 seconds off her world record time of 4:07.64, set in 2023, to become the first woman to break the threshold Roger Bannister first surpassed roughly 70 years ago.
“I want this attempt to say to women, ‘You can dream and make your dreams valid,’” said Kipyegon. “This is the way to go as women, to push boundaries and dream big.”
“Faith has come a long way as an athlete. From youth, to juniors, to seniors. From a Commonwealth medal to world championship titles, Olympic titles, and even world records. She has also grown a lot as a human being. Understanding the sport more deeply, becoming a mother, and building meaningful relationships both within and beyond the sport,” said Valentijn Trouw, Performance Director at Global Sports Communication. “The Breaking4 project is the culmination of all these elements coming together: chasing the unthinkable in the sport while inspiring millions around the world with her personality and enthusiasm.”
