Jack Foster
- Born
- May 23, 1932
- Events
- Marathon · 10 000 m
Jack Foster is a New Zealand long-distance runner, born on May 23, 1932. He competes primarily in the 10000m and Marathon.
His personal bests include 28:46.8h in the 10000m and 2:11:19 in the Marathon. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing New Zealand.
Personal best · Marathon2:11:19
1979 season best2:24:27Sep 9, 1979
Personal best · 10 000 m28:46.8h
As of Nov 6, 2026: Marathon 2:11:19, 10 000 m 28:46.8h, 1979 season best 2:24:27 (Sep 9, 1979) · 94 years old
Personal bests
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Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | CrossCount | 41:22 | – | Mar 25, 1979 | – |
| 1979 | Marathon | 2:24:27 | – | Sep 9, 1979 | – |
| 1978 | Marathon | 2:17:28 | – | Oct 22, 1978 | New York City Marathon |
| 1977 | CrossCount | 38:51 | – | Mar 20, 1977 | – |
| 1976 | Marathon | 2:17:53.4 | – | Jul 31, 1976 | The XXI Olympic Games |
| 1974 | Marathon | 2:11:19 | – | Jan 31, 1974 | – |
| 1972 | 10000m | 28:46.8h | – | Mar 18, 1972 | – |
| 1972 | Marathon | 2:16:56.2 | – | Sep 10, 1972 | The XX Olympic Games |