Mike Foppen is a Dutch middle and long-distance runner born on November 29, 1996, in Nijmegen. He specializes in the 5000 metres and has established himself as the Netherlands' premier distance runner, holding multiple national records.
Foppen is the Dutch record holder for the 5000 metres outdoors and holds the Dutch indoor records for both the 3000 metres and 5000 metres. He has won seven national titles and has competed at multiple major championships, finishing fifth at the 2022 European Athletics Championships. He represented the Netherlands at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and finished 13th in the 5000 metres final at the 2024 Summer Olympics.
As the holder of multiple Dutch distance records and a two-time Olympian, Foppen represents the pinnacle of Dutch distance running. His European Championship fifth place and Olympic finals appearances demonstrate his standing among Europe's elite 5000 metres runners.
As of Sep 12, 2026: 5000 Metres Short Track 13:08.60, 3000 Metres Short Track 7:38.20, 2026 season best 3:33.37 (Sep 2, 2026, Bungertstadion, Rehlingen (GER)) · Last competition: 62° Palio Città della Quercia, Sep 8, 2026, 7:38.89 · National record (5000 m) · 29 years old
European Athletics Team Championships First League
3000 Metres
2021
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Dutch Championships
5000 Metres
2021
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Gouden Spike
10,000 Metres
2020
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Dutch Indoor Championships
3000 Metres Short Track
2020
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Dutch Championships
5000 Metres
2020
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Dutch Indoor Championships
3000 Metres Short Track
2019
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Dutch Championships
5000 Metres
2019
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Dutch Championships
1500 Metres
2016
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Mike Foppen's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best?
Mike Foppen's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best is 13:08.60, set on Jan 26, 2024 in Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i).
Which events does Mike Foppen compete in?
Mike Foppen competes in the 5000 Metres Short Track and 3000 Metres Short Track.
How did Mike Foppen perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 3:33.37, set on Sep 2, 2026 in Bungertstadion, Rehlingen (GER). Last competition: 62° Palio Città della Quercia on Sep 8, 2026, 7:38.89.
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