Usage Note
Streckenrekord is the best time ever run on a specific route or circuit, used in motorsport, running, and cycling. Den Streckenrekord brechen (to break the course record) is a frequent achievement headline. Distinct from a world record (Weltrekord).
Examples
"Der Fahrer stellte beim Qualifying einen neuen Streckenrekord auf."
Natural Translation
The driver set a new course record during qualifying.
Literal Translation
The driver set-up during the qualifying a new course-record.
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