Harriet Smit

Born
Dec 7, 2008 (17 years old)
Events
800 m

Harriet Smit is a South Africa sprinter, born on December 7, 2008. She competes primarily in the 400m and 800m.

Her personal bests include 60.38 in the 400m and 2:19.49 in the 800m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.

Personal best · 800 m2:19.49
2026 season best2:22.39Feb 11, 2026 · Hoërskool Stadium, Stellenbosch
Last competitionMemorial Jo PortemanJul 1, 2026 · 26.96

As of Nov 15, 2026: 800 m 2:19.49, 2026 season best 2:22.39 (Feb 11, 2026, Hoërskool Stadium, Stellenbosch (RSA)) · Last competition: Memorial Jo Porteman, Jul 1, 2026, 26.96 · 17 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
400mPretoria 2026South Africa 400 m all-time list60.38825 pts–
800mCape Town 2025South Africa 800 m all-time list2:19.49840 pts–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2026200m 26.96+0.8Jul 1, 2026Memorial Jo Porteman
2026400m 60.38–Feb 14, 2026Curro Podium Grand Finale, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - Invitational Events
2026800m 2:22.39–Feb 11, 2026Fast Track 1
2025800m 2:19.49–Mar 28, 2025South African U18 Championships
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Harriet Smit's 800 m personal best is 2:19.49, set on Mar 28, 2025 in Green Point Stadium, Cape Town (RSA).

Harriet Smit competes in the 800 m.

2026 season best: 2:22.39, set on Feb 11, 2026 in Hoërskool Stadium, Stellenbosch (RSA). Last competition: Memorial Jo Porteman on Jul 1, 2026, 26.96.