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Niel VAN DER Merwe
RSAMenBirth dateDec 4, 2003
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Niel VAN DER Merwe is a South Africa middle-distance runner, born on December 4, 2003. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.
His personal bests include 1:54.45 in the 800m, 3:39.78 in the 1500m, 4:02.02 in the Mile, 7:59.77 in the 3000m and 13:53.32 in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
Key facts
1500 m
3:39.78
3000 m
7:59.77
Age
22 years old
As of Sep 15, 2026: 1500 m 3:39.78, 3000 m 7:59.77, 2026 season best 3:42.96 (Mar 14, 2026, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria (RSA)) · Last competition: ABSA Run Your City 10K, Aug 23, 2026, 29:39 · 22 years old
PB
Personal bests
1:54.45
3:39.78
4:02.02
7:59.77
13:53.32
14:32
28:55
2:26.04
1:18.82
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1500m | 3:42.96 | - | Mar 14, 2026 | ↑ | AGN Championships |
| 2026 | 3000m | 8:05.20 | - | Apr 28, 2026 | ↑ | Simbine Classic |
| 2026 | 5000m | 14:07.65 | - | Apr 18, 2026 | ↑ | South African Championships |
| 2026 | 10Kilometr | 29:27 | - | Jul 12, 2026 | ↑ | ABSA Run Yor City 10km |
| 2025 | 1500m | 3:43.86 | - | Mar 15, 2025 | ↑ | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2025 | 3000m | 8:05.13 | - | Mar 12, 2025 | ↑ | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 1 |
| 2025 | 5000m | 14:18.49 | - | Mar 15, 2025 | ↑ | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2024 | 600m | 1:18.82 | - | Feb 17, 2024 | - | Curro Podium Final |
| 2024 | 1500m | 3:39.78 | - | Apr 21, 2024 | ↑ | South African Championships |
| 2024 | 3000m | 8:07.40 | - | Mar 14, 2024 | ↑ | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 1, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
| 2024 | 5000m | 14:15.99 | - | Apr 20, 2024 | ↑ | South African Championships |
| 2024 | 10Kilometr | 28:55 | - | Apr 7, 2024 | ↑ | Absa Run Your City Gqeberha 10K, Gqeberha - Elite Event |
| 2023 | 1000m | 2:26.04 | - | Feb 18, 2023 | - | Curro Podium |
| 2023 | 1500m | 3:44.70 | - | Mar 11, 2023 | ↑ | Athletics Gauteng North Senior & Combined Track & Field Provincial Championships |
| 2023 | MileRoad | 3:57.73 | - | Dec 16, 2023 | ↑ | Klein Karoo Street Mile (Eden Street Miles), Oudtshoorn |
| 2023 | Mile | 4:02.02 | - | Apr 24, 2023 | - | Cape Milers Club/Endurocad Middle distance invitational 3 |
| 2023 | 3000m | 7:59.77 | - | Apr 14, 2023 | ↑ | Cape Milers Club/Endurocad Middle distance invitational 1 |
| 2023 | 5000m | 13:53.32 | - | Apr 17, 2023 | ↑ | Cape Milers Club/Endurocad Middle distance invitational 2 |
| 2023 | 5Kilometre | 14:32 | - | Jun 17, 2023 | - | South African 5km Road Running Championships, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg |
| 2022 | 1500m | 3:49.14 | - | Apr 21, 2022 | ↑ | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
| 2022 | MileRoad | 4:15.0h | - | Oct 30, 2022 | ↑ | - |
| 2022 | 3000m | 8:15.68 | - | Apr 6, 2022 | ↑ | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 3 |
| 2022 | 5000m | 14:09.11 | - | Apr 23, 2022 | ↑ | South African Championships, Green Point Stadium, Cape Town |
| 2022 | 10Kilometr | 30:17 | - | Jul 10, 2022 | ↑ | Durban (RSA) |
| 2021 | 800m | 1:54.45 | - | Mar 13, 2021 | - | DP de Villiers Stadium, Sasolburg (RSA) |
| 2021 | 1500m | 4:01.36 | - | Feb 27, 2021 | ↑ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2021 | 3000m | 8:47.80 | - | Mar 19, 2021 | ↑ | McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom (RSA) |
| 2021 | 5000m | 14:55.14 | - | Apr 8, 2021 | ↑ | Dal Josaphat Athletics Stadium, Paarl (RSA) |
2026
11 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10Kilometr | 29:39 | - | Aug 23 | ABSA Run Your City 10K |
10Kilometr | 29:27 | - | Jul 12 | ABSA Run Yor City 10km |
3000m | 8:05.20 | - | Apr 28 | Simbine Classic |
5000m | 14:07.65 | - | Apr 18 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:48.59 | - | Apr 17 | South African Championships |
5000m | 14:07.65 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:48.59 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:42.96 | - | Mar 14 | AGN Championships |
5000m | 14:14.25 | - | Mar 14 | AGN Championships |
3000m | 8:11.86 | - | Feb 28 | AGN Track & Field League 4 |
1500m | 3:47.01 | - | Feb 21 | AGN Track & Field League 3, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - U18 Events |
2025
5 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | 14:18.49 | - | Mar 15 | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
1500m | 3:43.86 | - | Mar 15 | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
3000m | 8:05.13 | - | Mar 12 | ASA Athletics Grand Prix 1 |
5000m | 14:33.53 | - | Mar 1 | AGN Track & Field League 4 ( U16, U18, U20 & Seniors), Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
1500m | 3:45.97 | - | Feb 15 | AGN Track & Field 3( U16, U18, U20 & Seniors), Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
2024
19 performances2023
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Honours
No medals
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Niel VAN DER Merwe's 1500 m personal best?
Niel VAN DER Merwe's 1500 m personal best is 3:39.78, set on Apr 21, 2024 in Msunduzi Athletics Stadium, Pietermaritzburg (RSA).
Which events does Niel VAN DER Merwe compete in?
Niel VAN DER Merwe competes in the 1500 m and 3000 m.
How did Niel VAN DER Merwe perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 3:42.96, set on Mar 14, 2026 in Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria (RSA). Last competition: ABSA Run Your City 10K on Aug 23, 2026, 29:39.