Laura Smidt

Laura Smidt

New ZealandNew Zealand
Born
Apr 17, 1988 (38 years old)
Events
800 m · 1500 m

Laura Smidt is a New Zealand middle-distance runner, born on April 17, 1988. She competes primarily in the 800m and 1500m.

Her personal bests include 2:18.82 in the 800m and 4:55.53 in the 1500m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing New Zealand.

Personal best · 800 m2:18.82
2021 season best4:59.10Feb 13, 2021 · Saxton Field, Nelson
2021 season best
Personal best · 1500 m4:55.53

As of Nov 14, 2026: 800 m 2:18.82, 1500 m 4:55.53, 2021 season best 4:59.10 (Feb 13, 2021, Saxton Field, Nelson (NZL)) · 38 years old

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
800mHastings 2020New Zealand 800 m all-time list2:18.82850 pts–
1500mChristchurch 2020New Zealand 1500 m all-time list4:55.53801 pts–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20211500m 4:59.10–Feb 13, 2021Saxton Field, Nelson (NZL)
2020800m 2:18.82–Jan 25, 2020Potts Classic, Hawke's Bay Sports Park, Hastings
20201500m 4:55.53–Mar 8, 2020New Zealand Championships, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Christchurch
2019800m 2:19.06–Dec 13, 2019–
20191500m 4:59.48–Mar 10, 2019New Zealand Championships, Christchurch
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Laura Smidt's 800 m personal best is 2:18.82, set on Jan 25, 2020 in Hawke's Bay Sports Park, Hastings (NZL).

Laura Smidt competes in the 800 m and 1500 m.

2021 season best: 4:59.10, set on Feb 13, 2021 in Saxton Field, Nelson (NZL).