Julien Watrin (born 27 June 1992) is a Belgian sprinter specialising in the 400 metres. In 2023, he won his first individual major senior medal, with silver at the European Indoor Championships.
Watrin earned several major medals with national men's 4 × 400 m relays, including bronzes at the 2019 and 2022 World Athletics Championships. He is the Belgian record holder for the 400 m hurdles, Belgian indoor record holder for the 400 m, and won several national titles.
He was diagnosed with testicular cancer in September 2023 which prevented him from participating in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. After successful treatment, he made his return on the international stage at the 2025 European Athletics Indoor Championships in Apeldoorn, The Netherlands, winning a silver medal as a member of Belgium's 4 × 400 m mixed relay team and a bronze medal as a member of Belgium's men 4 × 400 m relay team.
As of Sep 13, 2026: 400 Metres Short Track 45.44, 400 m hurdles 48.66 (#223 all-time), 2026 season best 46.19 (Mar 1, 2026, Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i)) · Last competition: Belgian Championships, Atletiekarena Gaston Roelants, Kessel-Lo, Jul 25, 2026, 50.23 · World Championships: 2 bronze · National record (400 m hurdles) · 34 years old
European Athletics Team Championships First League
4x400 Metres Relay
2014
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Zürich European Championships
4x400 Metres Relay
2014
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Belgian Championships
100 Metres
2013
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Tampere European U23 Championships
4x400 Metres Relay
2013
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Nice Francophone Games
4x100 Metres Relay
2013
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Belgian Championships
100 Metres
2012
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IAAF World Junior Championships
100 Metres
2010
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Julien Watrin's 400 Metres Short Track personal best?
Julien Watrin's 400 Metres Short Track personal best is 45.44, set on Mar 4, 2023 in Ataköy Arena, Istanbul (TUR) (i).
Which events does Julien Watrin compete in?
Julien Watrin competes in the 400 Metres Short Track and 400 m hurdles.
How did Julien Watrin perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 46.19, set on Mar 1, 2026 in Complexe Sportif de Blocry, Louvain-La-Neuve (BEL) (i). Last competition: Belgian Championships, Atletiekarena Gaston Roelants, Kessel-Lo on Jul 25, 2026, 50.23.
How many medals has Julien Watrin won?
Julien Watrin has won 2 World Championships medals.
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