Chris Thompson

Born
Apr 17, 1981 (45 years old)
Birthplace
Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
Events
10 000 m · 5000 m
Height
1.80 m
Weight
70 kg

Chris Thompson is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Chris Thompson established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Chris Thompson's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

A defining moment in Chris Thompson's career came through participation in Olympic Games competition. This achievement represented one of sport's highest honors, reflecting years of dedicated preparation and athletic excellence. Competing on the Olympic stage tested Chris Thompson against the world's finest athletes and required peak physical and mental conditioning. The experience at Olympic competition enhanced Chris Thompson's credibility as an elite international athlete. Such high-level competition provided invaluable experience and contributed substantially to their lasting legacy in track and field athletics. Their influence and reputation within the athletic community provided inspiration for subsequent generations of track and field athletes. The athlete's commitment to excellence serves as a model for dedication in sports.

Chris Thompson's career in competitive athletics demonstrates the importance of dedication, technical expertise, and consistent effort in achieving athletic success. Throughout their competitive years, they contributed meaningfully to track and field sports through their performances and athletic achievements. The athlete's career exemplifies how sustained commitment to athletic excellence yields lasting recognition and respect within the sporting community. After transitioning from elite competition, Chris Thompson's influence remained significant as younger athletes looked to their achievements as models for athletic development. Their legacy within track and field athletics continues as a testament to the value of disciplined training and unwavering commitment to competitive excellence.

Personal best · 10 000 m27:27.36
2023 season best1:04:32Mar 19, 2023 · New York, NY
Personal best · 5000 m13:11.51
Last competitionBMW Berlin MarathonSep 24, 2023 · 2:24:11

As of Oct 27, 2026: 10 000 m 27:27.36 (#325 all-time), 5000 m 13:11.51 (#441 all-time), 2023 season best 1:04:32 (Mar 19, 2023, New York, NY (USA)) · Last competition: BMW Berlin Marathon, Sep 24, 2023, 2:24:11 · 45 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
800mPortsmouth 20011:53.01942 pts–
1500mWatford 20043:41.041,093 pts–
MileOR 20094:01.231,060 pts–
3000mLondon 20107:43.341,156 pts–
5000mGateshead 201013:11.511,168 pts#441
10000mCA 201127:27.361,183 pts#325

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2023Semi 1:04:32–Mar 19, 2023United Airlines NYC Half
2023Marathon 2:11:50–Apr 23, 2023TCS London Marathon
202210Kilometr 29:12–May 2, 2022London (GBR)
2022Semi 1:04:29–May 22, 2022Manchester (GBR)
202110Kilometr 29:14–Sep 26, 2021Great Manchester Run
202110MilesRoa 49:01–Oct 17, 2021Portsmouth (GBR)
2021Semi 1:07:53–Sep 19, 2021–
2021Marathon 2:10:52–Mar 26, 2021British Marathon Championships
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Chris Thompson's 10 000 m personal best is 27:27.36, set on May 1, 2011 in Palo Alto, CA (USA), #325 on the all-time list.

Chris Thompson competes in the 10 000 m and 5000 m.

2023 season best: 1:04:32, set on Mar 19, 2023 in New York, NY (USA). Last competition: BMW Berlin Marathon on Sep 24, 2023, 2:24:11.