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Eli Ilg

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Eli Ilg is a United States middle-distance runner. He competes primarily in the 1500m, 5000m and 2Miles.

His personal bests include 3:53.33 in the 1500m, 14:42.09 in the 5000m, 8:59.02 in the 2Miles and 8:59.02 in the 2MilesShor. He ranks 1135th all-time in the 5000m for United States. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
5000 m
14:42.09
#1135 in United States
2026 season best
14:42.09
May 1, 2026 · Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH (USA)
2026 season best
Last competition
Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH
May 1, 2026 · 14:42.09
Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH

As of Sep 24, 2026: 5000 m 14:42.09, 2026 season best 14:42.09 (May 1, 2026, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH (USA)) · Last competition: Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH, May 1, 2026, 14:42.09

PB

Personal bests

3:53.33
14:42.09
2Miles
8:59.02
2MilesShor
8:59.02

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
1500m
3:53.33-Apr 25, 2026-Clark Wood / Jim Freeman Open
2026
5000m
14:42.09-May 1, 2026
↑
Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH
2025
2MilesShor
8:59.02-Mar 14, 2025
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoors
2025
2Miles
8:59.02-Mar 14, 2025
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoors
2024
2Miles
9:12.99-Mar 9, 2024
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoors, Reggie Lewis Center, Boston, MA (i) - Championship High School Event
2024
2MilesShor
9:12.99-Mar 9, 2024
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoors, Reggie Lewis Center, Boston, MA (i) - Championship High School Event
2024
5000m
14:59.35-Jun 13, 2024
↑
New Balance Nationals Outdoors, Franklin Field, Philadelphia, PA - Championship events
2023
2MilesShor
9:21.47-Mar 10, 2023
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoor
2023
2Miles
9:21.47-Mar 10, 2023
↑
New Balance Nationals Indoor

2026

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
14:42.09-May 1Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH
1500m
3:53.33-Apr 25Clark Wood / Jim Freeman Open

2025

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2MilesShor
8:59.02-Mar 15New Balance Nationals Indoors
2MilesShor
8:59.02-Mar 14New Balance Nationals Indoors

2023

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2MilesShor
9:21.47-Mar 10New Balance Nationals Indoor

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Eli Ilg's 5000 m personal best?

Eli Ilg's 5000 m personal best is 14:42.09, set on May 1, 2026 in Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH (USA).

Which events does Eli Ilg compete in?

Eli Ilg competes in the 5000 m.

How did Eli Ilg perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 14:42.09, set on May 1, 2026 in Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH (USA). Last competition: Jesse Owens Track & Field Classic, Jesse Owens Stadium, Columbus, OH on May 1, 2026, 14:42.09.