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Roger Bannister
- Born
- Mar 23, 1929
- Events
- Mile · 1500 m
Roger Bannister is a United Kingdom middle-distance runner, born on March 23, 1929. He competes primarily in the 800m, 1500m and Mile.
His personal bests include 1:50.7h in the 800m, 3:43.8h in the 1500m and 3:58.8h in the Mile. He has earned 2 gold and 1 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United Kingdom.
Personal best · Mile3:58.8h
1954 season best3:58.8hAug 7, 1954
Personal best · 1500 m3:43.8h
Last competitionBern European ChampionshipsAug 29, 1954 · 3:43.8h
As of Nov 14, 2026: Mile 3:58.8h, 1500 m 3:43.8h, 1954 season best 3:58.8h (Aug 7, 1954) · Last competition: Bern European Championships, Aug 29, 1954, 3:43.8h · 97 years old
Personal bests
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Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 1500m | 3:43.8h | – | Aug 29, 1954 | Bern European Championships |
| 1954 | Mile | 3:58.8h | – | Aug 7, 1954 | – |
| 1952 | 1500m | 3:46.0h | – | Jul 26, 1952 | – |
| 1950 | 800m | 1:50.7h | – | Aug 26, 1950 | Bruxelles European Championships |