The storied men’s mile record in track that has stood for 27 years will come under attack Saturday from Britain’s Josh Kerr.

President Donald Trump speaks during an event to present the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Jim Ryun, left, in the Blue Room of the White House, Friday, July 24, 2020, in Washington. Trump presented him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom during a ceremony at the White House, calling him a Legendary athlete and legendary runner." In announcing the award, the White House described Ryun, 73, as one of the most accomplished American runners in history. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is presented to those who make especially meritorious contributions to the nation. Ryun went on to serve as a member of the House representing a Kansas congressional district from 1996 to 2006.