Grammar fix

set a record

achieve best result

to achieve the best result ever in a particular activity or event, so that no one has done better before

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

She set a record by running the marathon in just over two hours.achievement
In my opinion, when someone sets a record in sports, it inspires others to work harder and reach new goals.IELTS speaking

Pattern: set a/the record (for/in something)

WrongHe made a new record in the 100m.

RightHe set a new record in the 100m.

You SET a record (or 'break' one) — you don't 'make' it.

Patternset a/the record (for/in something)

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff She established a new best-ever performance in the event.

Natural She set a new record in the event.

Natural; 'established a best-ever performance' is wordy.

Words that usually travel with it.

Not about making music or creating a recording; it's about being the best at something.