{
  "id": 7164500,
  "title": "Dominant Kerr wins $150K with GB's first Ultimate title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/dominant-kerr-wins-150k-with-gbs-first-ultimate-title",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-13T19:45:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport",
    "slug": "bbc-sport",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/articles/czjz0yn1rn2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Josh Kerr claimed Britain's first victory at the inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest, winning the 1500m event and earning $150,000 in prize money. The 28-year-old athlete, who previously won the world indoor 3000m title and the Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, shattered the 27-year mile world record at the London Diamond League. Kerr dominated the race, overtaking American Yared Nuguse on the back straight and crossing the finish line in 3 minutes 29.35 seconds. In an interview with BBC Sport, Kerr emphasized his commitment to being a \"major championship guy\" and his dedication to avoiding injury by focusing on a select few competitions.",
  "summary": "Josh Kerr ends a sensational season by winning the Ultimate Championship 1500m title as the inaugural edition of athletics' new global event concludes.",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}