Ian Syster
- Born
- Jan 20, 1976 (50 years old)
- Events
- Marathon · 10 000 m
Ian Syster is a South Africa long-distance runner, born on January 20, 1976. He competes primarily in the 3000m, 5000m and 10000m.
His personal bests include 8:21.31 in the 3000m, 13:45.37 in the 5000m, 28:24.61 in the 10000m, 1:02:44 in the Semi and 2:07:06 in the Marathon. He has earned 2 gold medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
Personal best · Marathon2:07:06
2004 season best8:21.31Feb 13, 2004 · Potchefstroom
Personal best · 10 000 m28:24.61
As of Oct 28, 2026: Marathon 2:07:06 (#473 all-time), 10 000 m 28:24.61, 2004 season best 8:21.31 (Feb 13, 2004, Potchefstroom (RSA)) · 50 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3000m | 8:21.31 | – | Feb 13, 2004 | Potchefstroom (RSA) |
| 2004 | 10Kilometr | 28:42 | – | Sep 25, 2004 | Hermanus (RSA) |
| 2003 | 3000m | 8:27.60 | – | Feb 7, 2003 | Bloemfontein (RSA) |
| 2003 | 5000m | 13:47.43 | – | Feb 14, 2003 | Stellenbosch (RSA) |
| 2003 | 10000m | 28:50.53 | – | Feb 28, 2003 | Port Elizabeth (RSA) |
| 2003 | 10Kilometr | 28:58 | – | Jun 7, 2003 | Bellville (RSA) |
| 2003 | Marathon | 2:07:49 | – | Oct 19, 2003 | Beijing Marathon |
| 2002 | 5000m | 13:45.37 | – | Mar 8, 2002 | Cape Town (RSA) |