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Peter Larkins

Peter Larkins

AUSAUSMen
Birth dateJun 22, 1954
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Peter Larkins is a Australia steeplechase runner, born on June 22, 1954. He competes primarily in the 3000mSt.

His personal bests include 8:27.0h in the 3000mSt. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Australia.

Key facts
3000 m steeplechase
8:27.0h
1983 season best
8:37.80
Mar 20, 1983 · Melbourne (AUS)
1983 season best
Age
72 years old

As of Sep 12, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:27.0h, 1983 season best 8:37.80 (Mar 20, 1983, Melbourne (AUS)) · 72 years old

PB

Personal bests

8:27.0HT

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1983
3000mSt
8:37.80-Mar 20, 1983
↓
Melbourne (AUS)
1982
3000mSt
8:35.9h-Mar 13, 1982
↓
Adelaide (AUS)
1981
3000mSt
8:28.23-Mar 21, 1981
↓
Adelaide (AUS)
1980
3000mSt
8:27.14-Jan 25, 1980
↓
Adelaide (AUS)
1978
3000mSt
8:32.4h-Feb 19, 1978
↓
Melbourne (AUS)
1977
3000mSt
8:36.5h-Aug 20, 1977
↓
Sofia (BUL)
1976
3000mSt
8:27.0-Mar 21, 1976
↓
Melbourne (AUS)

1983

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:37.80-Mar 20Melbourne
3000mSt
8:49.41-Jan 27Melbourne

1982

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:45.08-Jul 14Athletissima Lausanne, Lausanne
3000mSt
8:35.9HT-Mar 13Adelaide

1981

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:39.63-Sep 5Roma IAAF World Cup
3000mSt
8:28.23-Mar 21Adelaide

1980

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:48.10-Aug 15Athletissima Lausanne, Lausanne
3000mSt
8:47.4HT-Aug 5Roma Golden Gala, Roma
3000mSt
8:27.14-Jan 25Adelaide

1978

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:43.2HT-Mar 18Brisbane
3000mSt
8:32.4HT-Feb 19Melbourne
3000mSt
8:40.1HT-Jan 12Melbourne

1977

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:36.5HT-Aug 20Sofia Universiade, Sofia
3000mSt
8:38.0HT-Mar 19Auckland
3000mSt
8:48.6HT-Mar 12Hobart

1976

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:46.89-Jul 25The XXI Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Montréal
3000mSt
8:27.0-Mar 21-
3000mSt
8:27.0HT-Mar 11Melbourne

Honours

8

Roma IAAF World Cup

3000 Metres Steeplechase

1981
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Peter Larkins's 3000 m steeplechase personal best?

Peter Larkins's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 8:27.0h, set on Mar 11, 1976 in Melbourne (AUS).

Which events does Peter Larkins compete in?

Peter Larkins competes in the 3000 m steeplechase.

How did Peter Larkins perform in 1983?

1983 season best: 8:37.80, set on Mar 20, 1983 in Melbourne (AUS).