Ari Paunonen
- Born
- Mar 10, 1958 (68 years old)
- Events
- 3000 m · 1500 m
Ari Paunonen is a Finland middle-distance runner, born on March 10, 1958. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.
His personal bests include 1:47.74 in the 800m, 3:38.07 in the 1500m, 3:55.65 in the Mile, 7:43.2h in the 3000m and 13:31.56 in the 5000m. He has earned 2 gold and 1 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Finland.
Personal best · 3000 m7:43.2h
1988 season best38:40Mar 26, 1988
National record3:55.65Mile
Personal best · 1500 m3:38.07
As of Oct 29, 2026: 3000 m 7:43.2h, 1500 m 3:38.07, 1988 season best 38:40 (Mar 26, 1988) · National record (Mile) · 68 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | CrossCount | 38:40 | – | Mar 26, 1988 | – |
| 1987 | 5000m | 13:31.56 | – | Aug 6, 1987 | – |
| 1987 | 10000m | 28:25.16 | – | Jul 2, 1987 | – |
| 1986 | 1500m-short-track Indoor | 3:50.07 | – | Feb 22, 1986 | European Indoor Championships |
| 1985 | CrossCount | 35:00 | – | Mar 24, 1985 | – |
| 1983 | 1500m | 3:39.28 | – | Jul 6, 1983 | – |
| 1983 | 3000m | 7:47.35 | – | Jul 9, 1983 | – |
| 1983 | 3000m-short-track Indoor | 7:59.53 | – | Mar 6, 1983 | European Indoor Championships |