Grant Fisher, the Olympic 5000m and 10,000m bronze medalist, held the previous American record of 12:46.96, set in 2022.

The all-class group of pacers included U.S. track star Grant Fisher, the Olympic 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter bronze medalist.

Thursday's event was not record eligible as Kipyegon's 13 pacers included men. The group included American Grant Fisher, the Olympic 5000m and 10,000m bronze medalist.

Thursday’s event was not record eligible as Kipyegon’s 13 pacers included men. The group included American Grant Fisher, the Olympic 5000m and 10,000m bronze medalist. Kipyegon won the last three ...