Mark French

Mark French

Events
5000 m · Marathon

Mark French is a United States middle-distance runner. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and 3000m.

His personal bests include 2:02.13 in the 800m, 4:04.16 in the 1500m, 8:39.88 in the 3000m, 14:25.82 in the 5000m and 30:40.48 in the 10000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Personal best · 5000 m14:25.82
2026 season best1:05:43Apr 26, 2026
Personal best · Marathon2:24:32
Last competitionEugene Half MarathonApr 26, 2026 · 1:05:43

As of Nov 14, 2026: 5000 m 14:25.82, Marathon 2:24:32, 2026 season best 1:05:43 (Apr 26, 2026) · Last competition: Eugene Half Marathon, Apr 26, 2026, 1:05:43

DisciplineResultAll-time
3000mOR 2016United States 3000 m all-time list8:39.88835 pts–

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
2026Semi 1:05:43–Apr 26, 2026Eugene Half Marathon
2025Marathon 2:21:59–Dec 7, 2025California International Marathon
202210000m 32:09.67–Mar 4, 2022Linfield College Maxwell Field, Mcminnville, OR (USA)
20215000m 14:25.82–May 8, 2021Griswold Stadium, Portland, OR (USA)
202110000m 30:40.48–Apr 23, 2021Raider Stadium, Ashland, OR (USA)
2018800m 2:02.13–Apr 14, 2018Davis, CA (USA)
20181500m 4:04.16–Apr 14, 2018Davis, CA (USA)
20183000m 8:50.66–Feb 3, 2018Santa Barbara, CA (USA)
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Mark French's 5000 m personal best is 14:25.82, set on May 8, 2021 in Griswold Stadium, Portland, OR (USA).

Mark French competes in the 5000 m and Marathon.

2026 season best: 1:05:43, set on Apr 26, 2026. Last competition: Eugene Half Marathon on Apr 26, 2026, 1:05:43.