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Jean-Paul Villain
- Born
- Nov 1, 1946 (80 years old)
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase
Jean-Paul Villain is a France middle-distance runner, born on November 1, 1946. He competes primarily in the 1500m and 3000mSt.
His personal bests include 3:50.0h in the 1500m and 8:25.12 in the 3000mSt. He has earned 2 gold medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing France.
Personal best · 3000 m steeplechase8:25.12
1976 season best8:28.6hMay 26, 1976 · St-Maur
As of Nov 13, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:25.12 (#618 all-time), 1976 season best 8:28.6h (May 26, 1976, St-Maur (FRA)) · 80 years old
Personal bests
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Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 3000mSt | 8:28.6h | – | May 26, 1976 | St-Maur (FRA) |
| 1975 | 3000mSt | 8:31.2h | – | Jun 12, 1975 | Paris (FRA) |
| 1974 | 3000mSt | 8:29.0h | – | Jul 28, 1974 | Nice (FRA) |
| 1973 | 1500m | 3:50.0h | – | Sep 16, 1973 | Rieti (ITA) |
| 1973 | 3000mSt | 8:31.4h | – | Jul 22, 1973 | Colombes (FRA) |
| 1972 | 3000mSt | 8:30.4h | – | Sep 1, 1972 | Olympiastadion, München (GER) |
| 1971 | 3000mSt | 8:25.12 | – | Aug 15, 1971 | Helsinki European Championships |
| 1969 | 3000mSt | 8:33.4h | – | Sep 20, 1969 | Athina European Championships, Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium, Athina |