Samuel Pihlström Breaks Swedish Mile Record with a Time of 3:49.70
Samuel Pihlström sets a new Swedish mile record with a time of 3:49.70, becoming the first Swede under 3:50.
Key Points
- • Samuel Pihlström achieved a mile time of 3:49.70, breaking his own record.
- • He is the first Swede to run under the 3:50 mark.
- • Pihlström's previous record was 3:52.50, set last year.
- • He expressed that the race felt slower than expected, feeling he could have run faster.
In a stunning display of athletic prowess, Samuel Pihlström set a new Swedish record in the mile run, clocking an impressive time of 3:49.70 on June 12, 2025. This remarkable achievement not only breaks Pihlström's own previous record of 3:52.50, but also marks him as the first Swede to finish a mile in under the coveted 3:50 mark.
Pihlström's latest performance took place at the prestigious Bislett stadium in Oslo, which has a rich history of hosting elite track and field events. Upon breaking the record, Pihlström expressed a mix of excitement and surprise, revealing that he felt the race was slower than expected. "It felt a bit messier than usual. I was still quite fresh towards the end, which made me think I could have gone faster," Pihlström stated, showcasing his determination and aspiration for further improvement.
Prior to this milestone, Pihlström had already made headlines just days earlier at his Diamond League debut, where he set a new Swedish record in the 1500 meters with a time of 3:30.87. His performances highlight a remarkable upward trajectory in his athletic career, and they firmly place him among the elite in Swedish distance running.
This achievement comes at a significant time for Swedish track and field, as it not only elevates the status of the sport in the country but also aligns Pihlström with other renowned athletes such as Karsten Warholm, who recently made headlines by breaking the world record in the 300-meter hurdles. Both athletes illustrate the competitiveness and rising talent within Sweden's athletics scene.