History of Men's 4 × 100 metres relay world record progression in Timeline
The first world record in the men's 4 x 100 meters relay race was officially recognized by the International Amateur Athletics Federation, currently known as World Athletics, in 1912. This significant event marked the beginning of officially recording achievements in this popular track and field relay race.
1912: First World Record Recognition
In 1912, the International Amateur Athletics Federation (IAAF), now known as World Athletics, officially recognized the first world record in the men's 4 × 100 metres relay.
1972: Fastest Recorded Time
At the 1972 Olympic Games, the United States relay team achieved a time of 38.19 seconds in the 4 × 100 metres relay, marking the fastest recorded result up to that point.
1975: Separate Electronically Timed Records
Starting in 1975, the IAAF began accepting separate automatically electronically timed records for events up to 400 meters, including the 4 × 100 metres relay.
January 1, 1977: Fully Automatic Timing Required
From January 1, 1977, onward, the IAAF mandated the use of fully automatic timing, accurate to the hundredth of a second, for events up to 400 meters.
June 21, 2009: 35 World Records Ratified
By June 21, 2009, the IAAF had officially ratified a total of 35 world records in the men's 4 × 100 metres relay.
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