Distance runner

Hicham El Guerrouj

Moroccan middle-distance runner, mile and 1500 m world record holder

All evidence

2 records, newest first. Strength changes with age and weight class, so check the date and context before you compare.

1. 2003

   • 5K12:50

     CompetitionAge 28Ostrava 2003

     “5000 m : 12:50.24 ( Ostrava 2003)”

     Hicham El Guerrouj - WikipediaOfficial result2003

     Personal best from the Wikipedia infobox, which cites official results.

2. 1999

   • Mile3:43

     CompetitionWorld record, age 24Golden Gala, Rome 1999

     “Mile : 3:43.13 AR ( Rome 1999)”

     Hicham El Guerrouj - WikipediaOfficial result1999

     Personal best from the Wikipedia infobox, which cites official results. Still the mile world record.