Anika Thompson
IRLWomenAnika Thompson is a Ireland middle-distance runner, born on February 22, 2003. She competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.
Her personal bests include 4:27.56 in the 1500m, 4:47.37 in the Mile, 9:05.75 in the 3000m, 15:31.93 in the 5000m and 32:31.47 in the 10000m. She has earned 1 gold and 1 bronze medals in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ireland.
As of Sep 14, 2026: 5000 Metres Short Track 15:31.93, 10 000 m 32:31.47, 2026 season best 17:00 (Aug 23, 2026) · Last competition: Antrim Coast 5k, Aug 23, 2026, 17:00 · 23 years old
Personal bests
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5Kilometre | 17:00 | - | Aug 23, 2026 | - | Antrim Coast 5k |
| 2026 | 5000m | 17:06.78 | - | May 15, 2026 | ↓ | Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships |
| 2026 | 10000m | 33:38.96 | - | May 27, 2026 | ↑ | NCAA Division I West First Rounds |
| 2025 | 1500m | 4:27.56 | - | Jul 27, 2025 | ↑ | National League Final, Tullamore Harriers AC Stadium, Tullamore - Invitational Events |
| 2025 | 3000m | 9:05.75 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | ↑ | Razorback Invitational, Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (i) |
| 2025 | 3000m-short-track | 9:05.75 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | ↑ | Razorback Invitational, Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (i) |
| 2025 | 5000m-short-track | 15:36.58 | - | Feb 15, 2025 | ↓ | Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational |
| 2025 | 5000m | 15:40.56 | - | Aug 3, 2025 | ↓ | Irish Championships, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin |
| 2025 | CrossCount | 21:30 | - | Dec 14, 2025 | ↓ | 31st SPAR European Cross Country Championships, Lagoa |
| 2025 | 10000m | 32:31.47 | - | Jul 18, 2025 | ↑ | European Athletics U23 Championships, Fana Stadion, Bergen |
| 2024 | 1500m | 4:29.34 | - | Jun 29, 2024 | ↑ | Irish Championships, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin |
| 2024 | Mile | 4:47.37 | - | Feb 24, 2024 | ↑ | Ken Shannon Last Chance |
| 2024 | 3000m | 9:18.57 | - | Feb 23, 2024 | ↑ | Ken Shannon Last Chance |
| 2024 | 5000m-short-track | 15:31.93 | - | Dec 7, 2024 | ↓ | Boston University Sharon Colyear-Danville Season Opener |
| 2024 | 5000m | 16:06.59 | - | Jun 30, 2024 | ↓ | Irish Championships, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin |
| 2024 | 10000m | 32:54.97 | - | Mar 29, 2024 | ↑ | Stanford Invitational |
| 2023 | 1500m | 4:42.86 | - | May 5, 2023 | ↑ | Oregon Twilight, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR |
| 2023 | Mile | 5:08.18 | - | Feb 11, 2023 | ↑ | Husky Classic |
| 2023 | 3000m | 10:02.72 | - | Feb 10, 2023 | ↑ | Husky Classic |
| 2023 | 5000m | 16:38.32 | - | Jul 2, 2023 | ↓ | Irish U23 Championships, Tullamore Harriers AC Stadium, Tullamore |
| 2023 | CrossCount | 29:32 | - | Dec 10, 2023 | ↓ | 29th SPAR European Cross Country Championships, Laeken Park, Bruxelles |
| 2023 | 10000m | 33:51.70 | - | Mar 17, 2023 | ↑ | Oregon Preview |
| 2022 | 3000m | 9:40.53 | - | Feb 12, 2022 | ↑ | Gately Indoor TF Center, Chicago, IL (USA) (i) |
| 2022 | 3000m-short-track | 9:40.53 | - | Feb 12, 2022 | ↑ | Gately Indoor TF Center, Chicago, IL (USA) (i) |
| 2022 | CrossCount | 14:27 | - | Dec 11, 2022 | ↓ | 28th SPAR European Cross Country Championships, Piemonte-La Mandria Park |
| 2022 | 5000m | 16:46.28 | - | Apr 23, 2022 | ↓ | Hayward Field, Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 2022 | 10000m | 34:57.60 | - | Apr 30, 2022 | ↑ | Oregon State Whyte Track and Field Center, Corvallis, OR (USA) |
2026
5 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5Kilometre | 17:00 | - | Aug 23 | Antrim Coast 5k |
10000m | 33:38.96 | - | May 27 | NCAA Division I West First Rounds |
10000m | 33:47.18 | - | May 15 | Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships |
5000m | 17:06.78 | - | May 15 | Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field Championships |
1500m | DNF | - | May 8 | Oregon Twilight |
2025
20 performances2024
25 performancesHonours
European Athletics U23 Championships
10,000 Metres
European Athletics U23 Championships
5000 Metres
Frequently asked questions
What is Anika Thompson's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best?
Anika Thompson's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best is 15:31.93, set on Dec 7, 2024 in Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i).
Which events does Anika Thompson compete in?
Anika Thompson competes in the 5000 Metres Short Track and 10 000 m.
How did Anika Thompson perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 17:00, set on Aug 23, 2026. Last competition: Antrim Coast 5k on Aug 23, 2026, 17:00.