Mykolas Alekna Shatters World Record in Discus Throw
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Mykolas Alekna |
| Nationality | Lithuania |
| Age | 21 |
| Event | Discus Throw |
| Venue | Oklahoma Throws Series meeting, Ramona |
| New World Record | 74.35 meters |
| Previous World Record | 74.08 meters by Jurgen Schult (1986) |
| Previous Personal Best | 71.39 meters (set one week earlier) |
| Initial Throw | 72.21 meters |
| Family Legacy | Father: Virgilijus Alekna (two-time Olympic champion, 3rd best mark: 73.88 meters) |
| Recent Achievement | Broke the longest-standing men's world record in track and field (38 years) |
| Implications | Elevated status as a serious contender for gold at the 2024 Olympic Games |