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Josh Hoey shatters 800m indoor world record at Boston Grand Prix
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American runner Josh Hoey broke the men's 800m indoor world record with a time of 1:42.50 at the 2026 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston on January 24. Paced by his brother Jaxson, Hoey surpassed the 29-year-old mark set by Wilson Kipketer. The event also featured Hobbs Kessler setting a world best in the 2000m.
Josh Hoey and Hobbs Kessler etched their names in history at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston on January 24, 2026, by breaking longstanding world indoor records in the men's 800m and 2000m. Both athletes, seeking redemption after disappointing finishes at last year's USATF Outdoor Championships, delivered stunning performances paced by family and teammates. The meet also featured several world-leading marks across various events.