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Danny Nugent

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Danny Nugent is a Ireland middle-distance runner. He competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.

His personal bests include 3:55.74 in the 1500m, 4:23.21 in the Mile, 8:13.77 in the 3000m, 14:21.87 in the 5000m and 32:09.30 in the 10000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ireland.

Key facts
3000 Metres Short Track
8:21.48
1500 m
3:55.74
2026 season best
8:27.41
Mar 7, 2026 · National Indoor Arena, Abbotstown, Dublin (IRL) (i)
2026 season best
Last competition
Irish U23 Championships
Jul 4, 2026 · 14:35.96
Irish U23 Championships

As of Sep 14, 2026: 3000 Metres Short Track 8:21.48, 1500 m 3:55.74, 2026 season best 8:27.41 (Mar 7, 2026, National Indoor Arena, Abbotstown, Dublin (IRL) (i)) · Last competition: Irish U23 Championships, Jul 4, 2026, 14:35.96

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
1500m
3:55.74-May 10, 2026
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Dublin Graded Leagues 2
2026
1500m-short-track
4:04.96-Mar 14, 2026
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Irish Indoor U23 Championships
2026
3000m
8:13.77-May 23, 2026
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British Milers Club Record Breaker with Lagan Valley AC
2026
3000m-short-track
8:27.41-Mar 7, 2026
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Irish Universities Athletics Association Indoor Track & Field
2026
5000m
14:21.87-Apr 17, 2026
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Irish Universities Athletics Association OutdoorTrack & Field
2026
5MilesRoad
24:07-Jan 25, 2026
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AXA Raheny 5
2025
1500m
3:55.83-May 10, 2025
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Belfast Irish milers meet
2025
1500m-short-track
4:05.32-Jan 19, 2025
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National Indoor League R2
2025
3000m
8:21.48-Dec 17, 2025
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Track & Field Live
2025
3000m-short-track
8:21.48-Dec 17, 2025
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Track & Field Live
2025
5000m
14:48.92-Jul 5, 2025
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Irish U23 Outdoor Championships, Tullamore Harriers AC Stadium, Tullamore
2025
5MilesRoad
25:00-Jan 26, 2025
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AXA Raheny 5, Dublin
2025
10000m
32:09.30-Apr 11, 2025-Irish University Athletics Associations Track & Field, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin
2024
1500m
4:03.15-Jun 15, 2024
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British Milers Club Record Breaker, Mary Peters Track, Belfast
2024
Mile
4:23.21-Jun 15, 2024-British Milers Club Record Breaker, Mary Peters Track, Belfast
2024
3000m-short-track
8:42.63-Dec 18, 2024
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Track & Field Live
2024
3000m
8:42.63-Dec 18, 2024
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Track & Field Live

2026

10 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
14:35.96-Jul 4Irish U23 Championships
3000m
8:13.77-May 23British Milers Club Record Breaker with Lagan Valley AC
1500m
3:55.74-May 10Dublin Graded Leagues 2
3000m
8:15.08-May 2Dublin Graded League Number 1
5000m
14:21.87-Apr 17Irish Universities Athletics Association OutdoorTrack & Field
1500m-short-track
4:04.96-Mar 14Irish Indoor U23 Championships
3000m-short-track
8:27.41-Mar 7Irish Universities Athletics Association Indoor Track & Field
3000m-short-track
8:31.18-Mar 1Irish Senior Indoor Championships
3000m-short-track
8:31.18-Feb 28Irish Senior Indoor Championships
5MilesRoad
24:07-Jan 25AXA Raheny 5

2024

4 performances

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Danny Nugent's 3000 Metres Short Track personal best?

Danny Nugent's 3000 Metres Short Track personal best is 8:21.48, set on Dec 17, 2025 in National Indoor Arena, Abbotstown, Dublin (IRL) (i).

Which events does Danny Nugent compete in?

Danny Nugent competes in the 3000 Metres Short Track and 1500 m.

How did Danny Nugent perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 8:27.41, set on Mar 7, 2026 in National Indoor Arena, Abbotstown, Dublin (IRL) (i). Last competition: Irish U23 Championships on Jul 4, 2026, 14:35.96.