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Nick O’Brien

Nick O’Brien

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Birth dateNov 13, 1966
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Nick O’Brien is a Ireland long-distance runner, born on November 13, 1966. He competes primarily in the 3000m and 3000m-short-track.

His personal bests include 7:54.85 in the 3000m and 7:54.85 in the 3000m-short-track. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ireland.

Key facts
3000 Metres Short Track
7:54.85
1991 season best
8:10.63
Mar 8, 1991
1991 season best
Last competition
IAAF World Indoor Championships
Mar 8, 1991 · 8:10.63
IAAF World Indoor Championships
Age
59 years old

As of Sep 14, 2026: 3000 Metres Short Track 7:54.85, 1991 season best 8:10.63 (Mar 8, 1991) · Last competition: IAAF World Indoor Championships, Mar 8, 1991, 8:10.63 · 59 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1991
3000m-short-track
8:10.63-Mar 8, 1991
↓
IAAF World Indoor Championships
1990
3000m-short-track
7:54.85-Mar 3, 1990
↓
European Indoor Championships
1988
3000m-short-track
8:07.75-Mar 5, 1988
↓
European Indoor Championships
1985
3000m
8:10.75-Aug 25, 1985-European Junior Championships
1985
CrossCount
24:21-Mar 24, 1985--

1991

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000m-short-track
8:10.63-Mar 8IAAF World Indoor Championships

1990

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000m-short-track
7:58.76-Mar 4European Indoor Championships
3000m-short-track
7:58.76-Mar 3European Indoor Championships
3000m-short-track
7:54.85-Mar 3European Indoor Championships

1988

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000m-short-track
8:13.73-Mar 6European Indoor Championships
3000m-short-track
8:07.75-Mar 5European Indoor Championships
3000m-short-track
8:13.73-Mar 5European Indoor Championships

1985

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000m
8:10.75-Aug 25European Junior Championships
3000m
8:15.00-Aug 23European Junior Championships
3000m
8:10.75-Aug 22European Junior Championships
3000m
8:15.00-Aug 22European Junior Championships
CrossCount
24:21-Mar 2413th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Lisboa

Honours

8

European Indoor Championships

3000 Metres Short Track

1990
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European Junior Championships

3000 Metres

1985
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Nick O’Brien's 3000 Metres Short Track personal best?

Nick O’Brien's 3000 Metres Short Track personal best is 7:54.85, set on Mar 3, 1990 in Kelvin Hall, Glasgow (GBR) (i).

Which events does Nick O’Brien compete in?

Nick O’Brien competes in the 3000 Metres Short Track.

How did Nick O’Brien perform in 1991?

1991 season best: 8:10.63, set on Mar 8, 1991. Last competition: IAAF World Indoor Championships on Mar 8, 1991, 8:10.63.