He now holds the three fastest outdoor 5,000m individual performances in collegiate history.
It’s the second time he’s broken the NCAA Outdoor 5,000m record this season but his first time dipping below the 13-minute mark — an achievement Samuel says he’s been chasing for four years.
“I’m so happy I got the national record — it’s been held for 10 years so that’s really amazing,” Samuel said. “I’m in the meat of the season but I feel like I’m going to do under 13 this time [at NCAA Outdoor Championships].
“I’m just glad I chose this race — really fast, awesome race. I’m over the moon today.”
