Charles Makau
- Born
- Mar 13, 1971 (55 years old)
- Events
- 800 m · 400 m hurdles
Charles Makau is a Kenya middle-distance runner, born on March 13, 1971. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and 400mH.
His personal bests include 1:45.57 in the 800m, 3:41.0h in the 1500m and 50.01 in the 400mH. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.
Personal best · 800 m1:45.57
2003 season best1:50.0hApr 12, 2003 · Nakuru
Personal best · 400 m hurdles50.01
As of Nov 6, 2026: 800 m 1:45.57 (#674 all-time), 400 m hurdles 50.01, 2003 season best 1:50.0h (Apr 12, 2003, Nakuru (KEN)) · 55 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 400mH | 52.6h | – | Jun 6, 2003 | Nairobi (KEN) |
| 2003 | 800m | 1:50.0h | – | Apr 12, 2003 | Nakuru (KEN) |
| 2001 | 800m | 1:47.7h | – | Jun 21, 2001 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 2000 | 800m | 1:45.57 | – | Sep 3, 2000 | Rieti (ITA) |
| 2000 | 1500m | 3:41.0h | – | Jun 24, 2000 | Nairobi (KEN) |
| 2000 | Mile | 3:57.5 | – | Aug 27, 2000 | – |
| 1999 | 800m | 1:45.70 | – | Aug 8, 1999 | Köln (GER) |
| 1997 | 400mH | 50.2h | – | Jun 28, 1997 | Kenyan Championships |