Photo: G.Garitan—CC BY-SA 3.0
Brandon Johnson
- Born
- Mar 2, 1985 (41 years old)
- Events
- 800 m · 400 m hurdles
Brandon Johnson is an American former middle-distance runner born on March 2, 1985. He specialized in the 800 metres after previously competing in the 400-metre hurdles until 2012.
Johnson transitioned from the hurdles to the flat 800 metres during his career, demonstrating the versatility common among middle-distance specialists. His background in the 400-metre hurdles provided the speed endurance necessary for success in the two-lap race.
His career evolution from hurdler to 800-metre specialist reflects the adaptability required for longevity in professional track and field. Johnson competed at the professional level after making this transition.
As of Oct 27, 2026: 800 m 1:43.84 (#153 all-time), 400 m hurdles 48.59 (#199 all-time), 2016 season best 1:46.12 (May 15, 2016, Rio de Janeiro (BRA)) · World record (Distance Medley Short Track) · 41 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 800m | 1:46.12 | – | May 15, 2016 | Rio de Janeiro Ibero-American Championships |
| 2016 | 1000m | 2:22.18 | – | Jul 23, 2016 | Houston, TX (USA) |
| 2016 | 1500m | 3:57.03 | – | May 16, 2016 | Rio de Janeiro (BRA) |
| 2015 | 800m | 1:46.90 | – | Apr 18, 2015 | Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 2015 | 800m-short-track Indoor | 1:48.27 | – | Jan 31, 2015 | Winston Salem, NC (USA) (i) |
| 2015 | 800m-short-track | 1:48.27 | – | Jan 31, 2015 | – |
| 2015 | 1000m | 2:25.18 | – | Feb 21, 2015 | Claremont, CA (USA) |
| 2015 | DistanceMe | 9:15.50 | – | May 3, 2015 | IAAF World Relays |