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David Lee
NZLMenBirth dateJan 21, 1996
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David Lee is a New Zealand middle-distance runner, born on January 21, 1996. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.
His personal bests include 1:51.37 in the 800m, 3:42.13 in the 1500m, 4:01.89 in the Mile, 7:55.71 in the 3000m and 13:52.95 in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing New Zealand.
Key facts
3000 m
7:55.71
1500 m
3:42.13
Last competition
46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships
Jan 10, 2026 · 24:48
Age
30 years old
As of Sep 22, 2026: 3000 m 7:55.71, 1500 m 3:42.13, 2026 season best 24:48 (Jan 10, 2026) · Last competition: 46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships, Jan 10, 2026, 24:48 · 30 years old
Performance Charts
Season bests
2026
1 performance| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CrossCount | 24:48 | - | Jan 10 | 46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships |
2025
13 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | DNF | - | Dec 20 | Night of 5's |
MileRoad | 4:10.19 | - | Dec 6 | The Spectacle Invitational Mile, Central Business District, Nelson - New Zealand Mile Road Championships |
1500m | 3:48.27 | - | Mar 9 | New Zealand Championships, The Caledonian Ground, Dunedin |
1500m | 4:02.07 | - | Mar 8 | New Zealand Championships, The Caledonian Ground, Dunedin |
1500m | 4:02.07 | - | Mar 6 | New Zealand Championships, The Caledonian Ground, Dunedin |
1500m | 3:48.27 | - | Mar 6 | New Zealand Championships, The Caledonian Ground, Dunedin |
5000m | DNF | - | Feb 19 | ACA Race Night #3 Fast and Furious Under Lights |
1500m | 3:44.78 | - | Feb 9 | Sir Graeme Douglas International, Douglas Track & Field, Auckland |
3000m | 7:57.18 | - | Feb 1 | Potts Classic |
1500m | 3:46.37 | - | Jan 25 | Cooks Classic, Cooks Gardens, Whanganui - Split times |
Mile | 4:01.89 | - | Jan 25 | Cooks Classic, Cooks Gardens, Whanganui - Split times |
Mile | 4:07.2HT | - | Jan 11 | Lovelock Classic |
Mile | 4:07.2HT | - | Jan 11 | Lovelock Classic |
2024
12 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | 13:52.95 | - | Dec 21 | AAI 5000m Championships, AUT Millennium, Auckland |
3000m | 7:55.71 | - | Dec 14 | On Track Nights: Zatopek: 10, Lakeside Stadium, Melbourne |
1500m | 3:58.31 | - | Jun 5 | Oceania Athletics Championships, HFC Bank Stadium, Suva |
1500m | 3:58.31 | - | Jun 4 | Oceania Athletics Championships, HFC Bank Stadium, Suva |
1500m | 3:59.94 | - | Mar 17 | New Zealand Championships, Newtown Park Stadium, Wellington |
1500m | 4:07.73 | - | Mar 17 | New Zealand Championships, Newtown Park Stadium, Wellington |
1500m | 3:59.94 | - | Mar 16 | New Zealand Championships, Newtown Park Stadium, Wellington |
1500m | 3:42.13 | - | Mar 10 | Sir Graeme Douglas Memorial Track Classic, Douglas Track & Field, Auckland |
800m | 1:51.37 | - | Feb 24 | International Track Meet, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 3:43.94 | - | Feb 10 | Porritt Classic, Porritt Stadium, Hamilton - Open Event |
3000m | 8:06.81 | - | Feb 2 | Capital Classic, Newtown Park Stadium, Wellington |
Mile | 4:02.21 | - | Jan 27 | Cooks Classic |
2023
10 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CrossCount | 31:19 | - | Jul 29 | New Zealand Cross Country Championships, Spa Thermal Reserve, Taupō - XC 10.0km |
5000m | DNF | - | Mar 16 | Sir Graeme Douglas International |
1500m | 3:54.84 | - | Mar 16 | Sir Graeme Douglas International |
1500m | 3:55.74 | - | Mar 5 | New Zealand Championships |
1500m | 3:56.11 | - | Mar 4 | New Zealand Championships |
1500m | 3:55.74 | - | Mar 3 | New Zealand Championships |
1500m | 3:56.11 | - | Mar 3 | New Zealand Championships |
800m | 1:54.42 | - | Feb 19 | International Track Meet, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 3:47.54 | - | Feb 11 | Porritt Classic |
3000m | 8:12.95 | - | Feb 3 | Capital Classic |
2022
7 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | DNF | - | Dec 17 | Night of 5’s |
3000m | 8:19.55 | - | Dec 1 | AC Twilight Meet #5, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
5000m | 14:23.32 | - | Mar 23 | Night of 5s |
1500m | 3:46.78 | - | Mar 6 | New Zealand Championships, Hawke's Bay Sports Park, Hastings |
1500m | 3:46.78 | - | Mar 5 | New Zealand Championships, Hawke's Bay Sports Park, Hastings |
800m | 1:57.79 | - | Feb 26 | International Track Meet, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 3:49.53 | - | Feb 20 | Sir Graeme Douglas International, Douglas Track & Field, Auckland |
2021
1 performance| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3000m | 8:24.09 | - | Dec 22 | Auckland City Athletics Club Meeting, Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland |
2020
6 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1500m | 4:01.67 | - | Mar 8 | New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
800m | 1:59.41 | - | Mar 7 | New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 4:01.18 | - | Mar 7 | New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 4:01.67 | - | Mar 7 | New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
800m | 1:59.41 | - | Mar 6 | New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch |
1500m | 3:54.47 | - | Feb 23 | Sir Graeme Douglas International, Douglas Track & Field, Auckland |
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Honours
No medals
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is David Lee's 3000 m personal best?
David Lee's 3000 m personal best is 7:55.71, set on Dec 14, 2024 in Lakeside Stadium, Melbourne (AUS).
Which events does David Lee compete in?
David Lee competes in the 3000 m and 1500 m.
How did David Lee perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 24:48, set on Jan 10, 2026. Last competition: 46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships on Jan 10, 2026, 24:48.