At just 15 years old, New Zealand’s Sam Ruthe has made history by becoming the youngest athlete to run a sub-four-minute mile. On March 19, 2025, at Auckland’s Mount Smart Stadium, Ruthe completed the mile in 3:58.35, surpassing the previous age record held by Jakob Ingebrigtsen, who achieved the feat at 16 years and 250 days. Ruthe’s remarkable performance adds to New Zealand’s rich legacy in middle-distance running, positioning him as a promising talent on the international stage.
