Helena Ponette (born 3 February 2000) is a Belgian sprinter specialising in the 400 metres.
She competed at the 2024 Summer Olympics as a 400 metres runner and as a member of the Belgian women's 4 × 400 metres and mixed 4 × 400 metres relay teams.
She also participated at multiple World and European Athletics championships, indoor and outdoor, individually and as a member of the 4 × 400 metres relay teams. She was national champion in the women's 400 metres in 2023. Also at the time of 2024 Olympic Games, she was finishing her studies in medicine at KU Leuven, and starting internship in September 2024.
Key facts
400 Metres Short Track
51.66
300 Metres Short Track
37.41
2026 season best
51.66
Mar 1, 2026 · Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i)
As of Sep 26, 2026: 400 Metres Short Track 51.66, 300 Metres Short Track 37.41, 2026 season best 51.66 (Mar 1, 2026, Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i)) · Last competition: Belgian Championships, Atletiekarena Gaston Roelants, Kessel-Lo, Jul 25, 2026, 50.80 · World Championships: 1 bronze · National record (4 × 400 m) · 26 years old
What is Helena Ponette's 400 Metres Short Track personal best?
Helena Ponette's 400 Metres Short Track personal best is 51.66, set on Mar 1, 2026 in Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i).
Which events does Helena Ponette compete in?
Helena Ponette competes in the 400 Metres Short Track and 300 Metres Short Track.
How did Helena Ponette perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 51.66, set on Mar 1, 2026 in Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i). Last competition: Belgian Championships, Atletiekarena Gaston Roelants, Kessel-Lo on Jul 25, 2026, 50.80.
How many medals has Helena Ponette won?
Helena Ponette has won 1 World Championships medal.
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