John Regis

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John Regis

Born
Oct 13, 1966 (60 years old)
Birthplace
Lewisham, United Kingdom
Events
200 m · 300 Metres
Height
1.81 m
Weight
88 kg

John Regis is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, John Regis established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. John Regis's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

John Regis's competitive achievements were highlighted by participation in world-class competitions including World Championships. These prestigious international events provided platforms to compete against the finest distance runners from around the globe. Such participation demanded exceptional preparation, peak athletic conditioning, and strategic race execution. The athlete's ability to compete effectively at championship level demonstrated their technical expertise and mental fortitude. Their performances at these elite competitions contributed significantly to their professional reputation and helped establish them as a top-tier competitor in their discipline.

John Regis's career in competitive athletics demonstrates the importance of dedication, technical expertise, and consistent effort in achieving athletic success. Throughout their competitive years, they contributed meaningfully to track and field sports through their performances and athletic achievements. The athlete's career exemplifies how sustained commitment to athletic excellence yields lasting recognition and respect within the sporting community. After transitioning from elite competition, John Regis's influence remained significant as younger athletes looked to their achievements as models for athletic development. Their legacy within track and field athletics continues as a testament to the value of disciplined training and unwavering commitment to competitive excellence.

Personal best · 200 m19.87
2005 season best7.19Feb 13, 2005 · Sheffield (GBR) (i)
Medals7Olympic Games: 1 silver, 1 bronze · World Championships: 1 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze
Personal best · 300 Metres31.67

As of Oct 27, 2026: 200 m 19.87 (#63 all-time), 300 Metres 31.67, 2005 season best 7.19 (Feb 13, 2005, Sheffield (GBR) (i)) · Last competition: AAA Indoor Championships, Feb 13, 2005, 7.19 · Olympic Games: 1 silver, 1 bronze · World Championships: 1 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze · 60 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
100mSplit 199010.07*1,182 pts#831
200mSestriere 199419.871,241 pts#63
400mCA 199345.481,147 pts#947
4x100mStuttgart 199337.77–
4x400mTokyo 19912:57.53–
60m19966.781,054 pts–

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–112
World Championships1225
Total1337

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
200560m Indoor7.19–Feb 13, 2005AAA Indoor Championships
2000100m 10.61+2.7Jun 11, 2000Fullerton, CA (USA)
2000200m-short-track Indoor21.00–Jan 16, 2000Birmingham (GBR) (i)
2000200m-short-track 21.00–Jan 16, 2000–
2000200m Indoor21.07+2.5Jun 18, 2000Birmingham (GBR) (i)
2000200m 21.30+1.5Jun 18, 2000–
199960m Indoor6.78–Jan 10, 1999Birmingham (GBR) (i)
199960m 6.78–Jan 10, 1999–
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FAQ

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John Regis's 200 m personal best is 19.87, set on Jul 31, 1994 in Sestriere (ITA), #63 on the all-time list.

John Regis competes in the 200 m and 300 Metres.

2005 season best: 7.19, set on Feb 13, 2005 in Sheffield (GBR) (i). Last competition: AAA Indoor Championships on Feb 13, 2005, 7.19.

John Regis has won 2 Olympic Games medals and 5 World Championships medals.