WR (World Record)
Abbreviation for World Record, the fastest time ever recorded globally for a race distance.
What is a WR?
A WR (World Record) is the pinnacle of athletic achievement. It must be achieved on a certified course following strict World Athletics rules (including anti-doping tests).
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Course Record (CR)
The fastest time ever recorded by an athlete on a specific, officially measured race course.
Elite Runner
A professional or semi-professional athlete who competes for prize money and typically runs at a pace unimaginable to the average human.
National Record (NR)
The fastest time ever recorded by an athlete representing a specific country for a recognized distance.
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