Mo Farah broke the world record for the farthest distance run in one hour on a track, covering 21,330 meters on Friday in Brussels.
What happened?
Mo Farah surged past Belgian training partner Bashir Abdi with a minute left to better Ethiopian legend Haile Gebrselassie's mark from 2007 by 45 meters.
Mo Farah's record-breaking run came as he competed on the track for the first time in three years.
Why it matters for Mo Farah
The Brit's new record is a significant achievement, especially given his three-year absence from track competition.
Mo Farah's performance will be a major boost to his career, and he will look to build on this success in future events.
What comes next?
The Diamond League season finishes with meets in Rome on September 17 and Doha on September 25, providing Mo Farah with opportunities to continue competing at a high level.
Sifan Hassan also broke the women's world record, covering 18,930 meters to beat the previous mark of 18,517 meters set by Dire Tune in 2008.
Mo Farah's training partner, Bashir Abdi, pushed him to his limit, but the Brit's superior endurance ultimately paid off.
The event in Brussels was a rare contest for the farthest distance run in one hour, making Mo Farah's achievement all the more impressive.
Mo Farah's quote, "Show the people what is possible," reflects his determination and commitment to his sport.
The record-breaking run was witnessed by a largely empty stadium in Brussels, but the achievement will resonate with fans around the world.
Mo Farah's return to the track has been highly anticipated, and his new world record will only add to the excitement surrounding his career.