Dirk Mattheus

Birth dateFeb 8, 1959

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Dirk Mattheus is a Belgium long-distance runner, born on February 8, 1959. He competes primarily in the 5000m.

His personal bests include 14:25.1h in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Belgium.

Key facts

5000 m

14:25.1h

1978 season best

23:35

Mar 25, 1978

Age

67 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: 5000 m 14:25.1h, 1978 season best 23:35 (Mar 25, 1978) · 67 years old

Personal bests

14:25.1HT

Season	Discipline	Result	Wind	Date	Trend	Competitions
1978	CrossCount	23:35	-	Mar 25, 1978	↑	-
1977	5000m	14:25.1h	-	Aug 19, 1977	-	European Junior Championships, RSC Olimpiyskiy, Donetsk
1977	CrossCount	24:38	-	Mar 20, 1977	↑	-

Discipline	Result	Wind	Date	Competitions
CrossCount	23:35	-	Mar 25	6th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Glasgow

Discipline	Result	Wind	Date	Competitions
5000m	14:25.5HT	-	Aug 21	European Junior Championships, RSC Olimpiyskiy, Donetsk
5000m	14:25.1HT	-	Aug 19	European Junior Championships, RSC Olimpiyskiy, Donetsk
5000m	14:25.5HT	-	Aug 19	European Junior Championships, RSC Olimpiyskiy, Donetsk
CrossCount	24:38	-	Mar 20	5th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Düsseldorf

FAQ

What is Dirk Mattheus's 5000 m personal best?

Dirk Mattheus's 5000 m personal best is 14:25.1h, set on Aug 19, 1977 in RSC Olimpiyskiy, Donetsk (URS).

Which events does Dirk Mattheus compete in?

Dirk Mattheus competes in the 5000 m.

How did Dirk Mattheus perform in 1978?

1978 season best: 23:35, set on Mar 25, 1978.