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John Regis

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John Regis

GBRGBRMen
Birth dateOct 13, 1966
BirthplaceLewisham, United Kingdom
Height1.81 m
Weight88 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.

Key facts
200 m
19.87
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
Medals
Olympic Games: 1 silver, 1 bronze · World Championships: 1 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze
Age
59 years old

As of Sep 12, 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 · 59 years old

PB

Personal bests

* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)

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Medals

🥇🥈🥉Total
Olympic Games-112
World Championships1225
Total1337

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2005
60m
7.19-Feb 13, 2005
AAA Indoor Championships
2000
100m
10.61+2.7Jun 11, 2000
Fullerton, CA (USA)
2000
200m-short-track
21.00-Jan 16, 2000
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
2000
200m
21.07+2.5Jun 18, 2000
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1999
60m
6.78-Jan 10, 1999
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1999
100m
10.54+1.6Jul 3, 1999
Budapest (HUN)
1999
200m-short-track
20.50-Feb 14, 1999
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1999
200m
20.74+2.3Jul 25, 1999
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1999
4x100m
38.58-Aug 7, 1999
Crystal Palace, London (GBR)
1998
60m
6.99-Jan 25, 1998
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1998
100m
10.60+1.9Jun 21, 1998
Tønsberg (NOR)
1998
200m
20.40-0.2Sep 19, 1998
Kuala Lumpur (MAS)
1998
400m
48.03-Apr 23, 1998
Fullerton, CA (USA)
1997
100m
10.67+0.0Feb 15, 1997
Hobart (AUS)
1997
150m
15.58-0.5Jun 29, 1997-Sheffield (GBR)
1997
200m
20.87+0.3Jun 14, 1997
Tønsberg (NOR)
1996
60m
6.78-Feb 18, 1996
Liévin (FRA) (i)
1996
100m
10.39+0.7Apr 3, 1996
Pietersburg (RSA)
1996
200m
20.33+0.1Apr 8, 1996
Pretoria (RSA)
1996
200m-short-track
20.77-Feb 4, 1996
Stuttgart (GER) (i)
1996
300m
32.51-Aug 11, 1996
London (GBR)
1995
100m
10.32+0.7Jul 5, 1995
Stade Olympique de la Pontaise, Lausanne (SUI)
1995
200m
20.26-0.7Jul 12, 1995
Nice (FRA)
1995
200m-short-track
20.48-Feb 5, 1995
Stuttgart (GER) (i)
1995
4x100m
38.75-Aug 12, 1995
IAAF World Championships
1994
200m
19.87+1.8Jul 31, 1994
Sestriere (ITA)
1994
4x100m
37.82-Apr 17, 1994
Walnut, CA (USA)
1994
4x200Metre
1:19.10-Apr 17, 1994
Walnut, CA (USA)
1993
55m
6.21-Jan 30, 1993-Reno, NV (USA) (i)
1993
100m
10.15+1.9May 29, 1993
Budapest (HUN)
1993
200m
19.94+0.3Aug 20, 1993
IAAF World Championships, Gottlieb-Daimler Stadion, Stuttgart
1993
300m
31.98-Jun 19, 1993
Belfast (GBR)
1993
300m-short-track
32.98-Feb 20, 1993
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1993
4x100m
37.77-Aug 22, 1993
IAAF World Championships, Gottlieb-Daimler Stadion, Stuttgart
1993
400m
45.48-Apr 17, 1993
Walnut, CA (USA)
1993
4x200Metre
1:23.56-Feb 13, 1993
Birmingham (GBR) (i)
1992
100m
10.32+0.6Jul 8, 1992
Stade Olympique de la Pontaise, Lausanne (SUI)
1992
200m
20.09-0.2Aug 5, 1992
Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona (ESP)
1992
200m-short-track
20.65-Jan 29, 1992
Gent (BEL) (i)
1992
300m
31.67-Jul 17, 1992
Gateshead (GBR)
1992
4x100m
38.08-Aug 8, 1992
The XXV Olympic Games
1992
400m
45.87-Aug 14, 1992
Sheffield (GBR)
1992
4x400m
2:59.73-Aug 8, 1992
The XXV Olympic Games
1991
100m
10.22+2.0Jul 26, 1991
Birmingham (GBR)
1991
200m
20.12+0.8Jul 10, 1991
Lausanne (SUI)
1991
200m-short-track
20.66-Feb 28, 1991
Sevilla (ESP) (i)
1991
200MetresH
22.79-0.3Jun 1, 1991-Cardiff (GBR)
1991
300m
31.99-Jun 21, 1991
Belfast (GBR)
1991
4x100m
38.09-Sep 1, 1991
IAAF World Championships, National Stadium, Tokyo
1991
4x200Metre
1:22.11-Mar 3, 1991
Glasgow (GBR) (i)
1991
4x400m
2:57.53-Sep 1, 1991
IAAF World Championships, National Stadium, Tokyo
1990
100m
10.07+2.2Aug 28, 1990
Split European Championships
1990
200m
20.1h-2.0May 30, 1990
Poljud Stadion, Split (CRO)
1990
300m
32.36-Jul 16, 1990
Belfast (GBR)
1990
4x100m
37.98-Sep 1, 1990
Split European Championships
1990
4x200Metre
1:22.89-Feb 23, 1990
Glasgow (GBR) (i)
1990
4x400m
2:58.22-Sep 1, 1990
Split European Championships
1989
100m
10.30+0.3Aug 11, 1989
Birmingham (GBR)
1989
200m
20.35+1.5Jul 14, 1989
Crystal Palace, London (GBR)
1989
200m-short-track
20.54-Mar 3, 1989
IAAF World Indoor Championships, Budapest Sportcsarnok, Budapest (i)
1989
300m
32.41-Jul 17, 1989
Belfast (GBR)
1989
4x100m
38.34-Sep 9, 1989
Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona (ESP)
1989
4x200Metre
1:21.29-Jun 23, 1989
Birmingham (GBR)
1988
100m
10.31+1.3Aug 5, 1988
Birmingham (GBR)
1988
200m
20.32+0.4Sep 3, 1988
Athina (GRE)
1988
4x100m
38.28-Oct 1, 1988
The XXIV Olympic Games
1987
100m
10.37+0.6Aug 1, 1987
London (GBR)
1987
200m
20.18-0.4Sep 3, 1987
IAAF World Championships
1987
200m-short-track
20.54-Feb 22, 1987
European Indoor Championships, Arena Stade Couvert, Liévin (i)
1987
300m
33.22-Mar 15, 1987
Cosford (GBR) (i)
1987
300m-short-track
33.22-Mar 15, 1987
Cosford (GBR) (i)
1986
100m
10.43+0.2Sep 12, 1986
London (GBR)
1986
200m
20.41+1.4Jun 21, 1986
London (GBR)
1985
100m
10.47+2.5Aug 22, 1985
European Junior Championships
1985
200m
20.78+0.1Sep 29, 1985
London (GBR)
1985
4x100m
39.80-Aug 25, 1985
European Junior Championships

2005

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
60m
7.19-Feb 13AAA Indoor Championships

2000

14 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
100m
11.04+0.7Jul 22Budapest MAL Cup, Budapest
200m
21.64+0.0Jul 22Budapest MAL Cup, Budapest
200m
21.07+2.5Jun 18Brighton Southern Ch., Brighton
200m
21.30+1.5Jun 18Brighton Southern Ch., Brighton
100m
10.70+0.3Jun 17Brighton Southern Ch., Brighton
100m
10.61+2.7Jun 11Bedford Bedfordshire International Games, Bedford
200m
21.15+2.3Jun 11Bedford Bedfordshire International Games, Bedford
100m
10.76+0.0May 13Los Angeles Occidental Invitational, Los Angeles, CA
100m
10.64+1.1Apr 27Fullerton Open, Fullerton, CA
200m
21.44+2.2Apr 27Fullerton Open, Fullerton, CA
200m-short-track
21.41-Feb 11Gent Flanders Indoor, Gent (i)
200m-short-track
21.50-Jan 30AAA Indoor Championships
200m-short-track
21.13-Jan 30AAA Indoor Championships
200m-short-track
21.00-Jan 16Birmingham Games, Birmingham (i)

1999

33 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
4x100m
38.58-Aug 7London CGU British Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London
200m
21.44-1.1Aug 7London CGU British Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London
100m
10.70+0.0Jul 31Birmingham
200m
21.17+0.4Jul 28Fana Bergen GP, Fana
200m
20.74+2.3Jul 25AAA Championships, Birmingham
200m
21.27+1.0Jul 24AAA Championships
200m
21.03-0.1Jul 11Ingolstadt International, Ingolstadt
100m
10.78+0.0Jul 11Ingolstadt International, Ingolstadt
200m
20.91+0.0Jul 3Budapest NAP Cup, Budapest
100m
10.54+1.6Jul 3Budapest NAP Cup, Budapest
200m
21.31+0.0Jun 27Gateshead British Grand Prix, Gateshead
100m
10.65+5.1Jun 23Thessaloniki Olympic Meeting, Thessaloniki
200m
20.81+6.6Jun 23Thessaloniki Olympic Meeting, Thessaloniki
200m
21.56-1.5Jun 13Antrim
100m
10.85-1.5Jun 13Antrim
200m
20.83+0.0May 30Athens European Clubs Ch. Div.II., Athina
200m
20.86+0.9May 28Sevilla Gran Premio Diputacion, Sevilla
100m
10.58+1.7May 28Sevilla Gran Premio Diputacion, Sevilla
200m
21.11+4.8May 22Kalamata Papaflessia, Kalamata
100m
10.61+2.5Apr 18Long Beach Invitational, Long Beach, CA
200m-short-track
21.23-Mar 5IAAF World Indoor Championships, Green Dome, Maebashi (i)
200m-short-track
20.89-Feb 21Meeting Gaz de France du Pas-de-Calais, Liévin (i)
200m-short-track
20.95-Feb 19Gent Flanders Indoor, Gent (i)
60m
6.91-Feb 19Gent Flanders Indoor, Gent (i)
200m-short-track
20.50-Feb 14Birmingham RICOH TOUR, Birmingham (i)
60m
6.82-Feb 14Birmingham RICOH TOUR, Birmingham (i)
200m-short-track
21.31-Jan 31British Indoor Championships
200m-short-track
20.87-Jan 31British Indoor Championships
200m-short-track
20.85-Jan 23Pireaus, Pireaus (i)
60m
6.80-Jan 17Pireaus, Pireaus (i)
200m-short-track
21.03-Jan 17Pireaus, Pireaus (i)
200m-short-track
21.02-Jan 10Birmingham (i)
60m
6.78-Jan 10Birmingham (i)

1998

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
200m
20.49-0.7Sep 19Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games, Kuala Lumpur
200m
20.40-0.2Sep 19Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games, Kuala Lumpur
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Honours

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Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1998
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Kuala Lumpur Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1998
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AAA Championships

200 Metres

1996
7

IAAF World Championships

200 Metres

1995
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Victoria Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1994
🥇

London IAAF World Cup

4x100 Metres Relay

1994
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London IAAF World Cup

200 Metres

1994
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Victoria Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1994
🥈

IAAF World Championships

200 Metres

1993
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London IAAF Grand Prix Final

200 Metres

1993
🥈

IAAF World Championships

4x100 Metres Relay

1993
4

The XXV Olympic Games

4x100 Metres Relay

1992
6

The XXV Olympic Games

200 Metres

1992
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The XXV Olympic Games

4x400 Metres Relay

1992
🥇

IAAF World Championships

4x400 Metres Relay

1991
🥉

IAAF World Championships

4x100 Metres Relay

1991
🥉

Split European Championships

100 Metres

1990
🥈

Auckland Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1990
🥈

Split European Championships

4x100 Metres Relay

1990
🥇

Split European Championships

200 Metres

1990
🥇

Split European Championships

4x400 Metres Relay

1990
🥇

Split European Championships

200 Metres

1990
🥈

Split European Championships

4x100 Metres Relay

1990
🥉

Split European Championships

100 Metres

1990
🥇

Split European Championships

4x400 Metres Relay

1990
🥈

Auckland Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1990
🥈

European Indoor Championships

200 Metres Short Track

1989
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IAAF World Indoor Championships

200 Metres Short Track

1989
🥈

Barcelona IAAF World Cup

4x100 Metres Relay

1989
🥈

The XXIV Olympic Games

4x100 Metres Relay

1988
🥉

European Indoor Championships

200 Metres Short Track

1987
🥉

IAAF World Championships

200 Metres

1987
8

Edinburgh Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1986
8

Edinburgh Commonwealth Games

200 Metres

1986
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European Junior Championships

4x100 Metres Relay

1985
🥉

European Junior Championships

100 Metres

1985
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is John Regis's 200 m personal best?

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

Which events does John Regis compete in?

John Regis competes in the 200 m and 300 Metres.

How did John Regis perform in 2005?

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.

How many medals has John Regis won?

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