Francois Van Rensburg
- Born
- Aug 2, 1970 (56 years old)
- Events
- 1500 m · 3000 m
Francois Van Rensburg is a South Africa middle-distance runner, born on August 2, 1970. He competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.
His personal bests include 3:35.84 in the 1500m, 3:58.20 in the Mile, 7:48.35 in the 3000m, 13:42.89 in the 5000m and 1:08:03 in the Semi. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
Personal best · 1500 m3:35.84
2000 season best3:47.30Mar 3, 2000 · Cape Town
Personal best · 3000 m7:48.35
As of Nov 6, 2026: 1500 m 3:35.84 (#700 all-time), 3000 m 7:48.35, 2000 season best 3:47.30 (Mar 3, 2000, Cape Town (RSA)) · 56 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1500m | 3:47.30 | – | Mar 3, 2000 | South African Championships |
| 2000 | 3000m | 8:09.82 | – | Jan 28, 2000 | Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2000 | 5000m | 14:17.01 | – | Feb 18, 2000 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 1999 | 1500m | 3:47.68 | – | Jan 29, 1999 | Pretoria (RSA) |
| 1998 | 3000m | 8:21.65 | – | Jan 26, 1998 | Potchefstroom (RSA) |
| 1998 | 3000mSt | 8:47.9h | – | Feb 13, 1998 | Port Elizabeth (RSA) |
| 1997 | 1500m | 3:45.56 | – | May 31, 1997 | FBK Stadium, Hengelo (NED) |
| 1997 | 3000m | 8:09.81 | – | Feb 7, 1997 | Potchefstroom (RSA) |