Distance runner

Jakob Ingebrigtsen

Norwegian middle-distance runner, Olympic 1500 m (2021) and 5000 m (2024) champion

All evidence

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

1. 2023

   • Mile3:44

     CompetitionAge 22

     “Mile : 3:43.73 (2023, NR )”

     Jakob Ingebrigtsen - WikipediaOfficial result2023

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

2. 2021

   • 5K12:48

     CompetitionAge 20

     “5000 m : 12:48.45 (2021, NR )”

     Jakob Ingebrigtsen - WikipediaOfficial result2021

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

3. 2017

   • 400 m51.03 s

     CompetitionAge 16

     “400 m : 51.03 (2017)”

     Jakob Ingebrigtsen - WikipediaOfficial result2017

     Personal best from the Wikipedia infobox, which cites official results. Set at age 16.