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Karen Van Der Veen

Karen Van Der Veen

RSARSAWomen
Birth dateJan 7, 1966
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Karen Van Der Veen is a South Africa hurdler, born on January 7, 1966. She competes primarily in the 100mH and 400mH.

Her personal bests include 13.60 in the 100mH and 56.32 in the 400mH. She has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.

Key facts
400 m hurdles
56.32
#612 all-time
100 m hurdles
13.60
1996 season best
56.32
Apr 14, 1996 · Johannesburg (RSA)
Last competition
The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Jul 28, 1996 · 57.00
The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Age
60 years old

As of Oct 2, 2026: 400 m hurdles 56.32 (#612 all-time), 100 m hurdles 13.60, 1996 season best 56.32 (Apr 14, 1996, Johannesburg (RSA)) · Last competition: The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA, Jul 28, 1996, 57.00 · 60 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1996
100mH
13.60-0.4Apr 3, 1996-Pietersburg (RSA)
1996
400mH
56.32-Apr 14, 1996
→
Johannesburg (RSA)
1995
400mH
56.32-Aug 8, 1995
→
IAAF World Championships

1996

9 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
57.00-Jul 28The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
400mH
57.00-Jul 26The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA
400mH
58.77-Jul 13Durham, NC
400mH
56.36-Apr 20South African Championships, Cape Town
400mH
56.32-Apr 14Johannesburg P.A.A. Int., Johannesburg
100mH
13.60-0.4Apr 3Pietersburg Engen GP, Pietersburg
400mH
56.69-Feb 16Stellenbosch Weetabix Prestige, Stellenbosch
400mH
56.92-Feb 3Pretoria
400mH
56.73-Jan 26Roodepoort, Roodeport

1995

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
56.32-Aug 8IAAF World Championships
400mH
56.32-Aug 5IAAF World Championships
400mH
DQ-Aug 5IAAF World Championships

Honours

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South African Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

1996
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Karen Van Der Veen's 400 m hurdles personal best?

Karen Van Der Veen's 400 m hurdles personal best is 56.32, set on Aug 8, 1995 in Ullevi Stadium, Göteborg (SWE), #612 on the all-time list.

Which events does Karen Van Der Veen compete in?

Karen Van Der Veen competes in the 400 m hurdles and 100 m hurdles.

How did Karen Van Der Veen perform in 1996?

1996 season best: 56.32, set on Apr 14, 1996 in Johannesburg (RSA). Last competition: The XXVI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Atlanta, GA on Jul 28, 1996, 57.00.