With the pre-meet world record being set by an American University (Villanova University), the first running of this event at the international level made this a ripe candidate for a new record.

The race was competitive through the first leg, with Rénelle Lamote of France have a marginal lead over Treniere Moser from the US, with Kenyan Selah Jepleting Busienei just a step behind.

Young star Ajee' Wilson doubled the lead before handing off to Shannon Rowbury while Kenya pulled into second with the field tightening behind them.

Rowbury, a world championship bronze medalist more than held her own, crossing the line in 10:36.50, the American team taking almost 12 seconds out of the old record.

In their wake, Kenya, Poland, and Australia also finished under the old record.