Irene van der Reijken is a Dutch track and field athlete born on August 13, 1993, in Rotterdam. She specializes in the 3000 metres steeplechase, an event that combines distance running endurance with the technical challenge of clearing barriers and water jumps.
Van der Reijken set her personal best of 9:27.38 in the 3000 metres steeplechase on June 3, 2021, during the Meeting Iberoamericano de Atletismo. This performance qualified her for the 2020 Summer Olympics, representing a major career milestone.
As an Olympic qualifier and Dutch steeplechase specialist, van der Reijken has established herself among the top athletes in her discipline in the Netherlands. Her Olympic qualification represents the culmination of years of dedication to this demanding event.
As of Sep 20, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 9:27.38 (#166 all-time), 2000 Metres Short Track 6:18.04, 2026 season best 10:30.09 (May 30, 2026, Sportcomplex De Leidse Hout, Leiden (NED)) · Last competition: BIG10, Rotterdam, Sep 5, 2026, 35:46 · 33 years old
European Athletics Team Championships First League
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2021
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Dutch Championships
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2021
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Dutch Championships
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2020
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Dutch Championships
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2019
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Dutch Championships
5000 Metres
2019
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Dutch Championships
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2018
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Dutch Championships
3000 Metres Steeplechase
2017
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Irene Van Der Reijken's 3000 m steeplechase personal best?
Irene Van Der Reijken's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 9:27.38, set on Jun 3, 2021 in Estadio Iberoamericano, Huelva (ESP), #166 on the all-time list.
Which events does Irene Van Der Reijken compete in?
Irene Van Der Reijken competes in the 3000 m steeplechase and 2000 Metres Short Track.
How did Irene Van Der Reijken perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 10:30.09, set on May 30, 2026 in Sportcomplex De Leidse Hout, Leiden (NED). Last competition: BIG10, Rotterdam on Sep 5, 2026, 35:46.
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