Murray Halberg
- Born
- Jul 7, 1933
- Events
- Mile
Murray Halberg is a New Zealand middle-distance runner, born on July 7, 1933. He competes primarily in the 1500m, 5000m and 10000m.
His personal bests include 3:46.09 in the 1500m, 13:43.76 in the 5000m and 28:49.11 in the 10000m. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing New Zealand.
1964 season best14:12.0hOct 16, 1964
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 gold
Last competitionThe XVIII Olympic GamesOct 16, 1964 · 14:12.0h
As of Nov 6, 2026: 1964 season best 14:12.0h (Oct 16, 1964) · Last competition: The XVIII Olympic Games, Oct 16, 1964, 14:12.0h · Olympic Games: 1 gold · 93 years old
Personal bests
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Medals
| Competitions | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Games | 1 | – | – | 1 |
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 5000m | 14:12.0h | – | Oct 16, 1964 | The XVIII Olympic Games |
| 1964 | 10000m | 29:10.8h | – | Oct 14, 1964 | The XVIII Olympic Games |
| 1960 | 5000m | 13:43.76 | – | Sep 2, 1960 | The XVII Olympic Games |
| 1960 | 10000m | 28:49.11 | – | Sep 8, 1960 | The XVII Olympic Games |
| 1958 | Mile | 3:57.5 | – | Aug 6, 1958 | – |
| 1956 | 1500m | 3:46.09 | – | Dec 1, 1956 | The XVI Olympic Games |