John Downes
- Born
- Jul 21, 1967 (59 years old)
- Events
- 2 Miles · 5000 m
John Downes is a Ireland middle-distance runner, born on July 21, 1967. He competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.
His personal bests include 3:57.88 in the 1500m, 8:00.24 in the 3000m, 13:29.91 in the 5000m, 30:05.34 in the 10000m and 1:03:40 in the Semi. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ireland.
Personal best · 2 Miles8:27.00
2009 season best32:36Dec 5, 2009
Personal best · 5000 m13:29.91
As of Oct 29, 2026: 2 Miles 8:27.00, 5000 m 13:29.91, 2009 season best 32:36 (Dec 5, 2009) · 59 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 10Kilometr | 32:36 | – | Dec 5, 2009 | – |
| 2004 | 1500m | 3:57.88 | – | Jun 12, 2004 | – |
| 2003 | 10MilesRoa | 52:10 | – | Apr 18, 2003 | – |
| 2003 | Semi | 1:08:29 | – | Jan 12, 2003 | – |
| 2002 | 10MilesRoa | 49:45 | – | Oct 20, 2002 | – |
| 2001 | 10000m | 30:05.34 | – | Jun 9, 2001 | – |
| 2001 | Semi | 1:07:27 | – | Sep 16, 2001 | – |
| 1997 | CrossCount | 28:52 | – | Feb 1, 1997 | – |