Ryan Clarke is a Dutch middle-distance runner born on November 17, 1997. He specializes in the 800 metres and has established himself as the Netherlands' premier performer in the event through multiple national championship victories.
Clarke has won multiple Dutch national championships over 800 metres and has competed at major international championships, including the 2024 Olympic Games. In January 2026, he set a new Dutch indoor national record over 800 metres, cementing his status as his country's fastest indoor 800 metres runner.
As the Dutch national record holder indoors and multiple-time national champion, Clarke represents the best of Dutch middle-distance running. His Olympic experience and record-breaking performances demonstrate his standing as an elite 800 metres specialist.
Key facts
800 Metres Short Track
1:44.72
1000 Metres Short Track
2:18.35
2026 season best
1:44.72
Jan 24, 2026 · The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (USA) (i)
As of Sep 13, 2026: 800 Metres Short Track 1:44.72, 1000 Metres Short Track 2:18.35, 2026 season best 1:44.72 (Jan 24, 2026, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (USA) (i)) · Last competition: Memorial Zbigniewa Ludwichowskiego, Aug 30, 2026, 1:15.73 · National record (800 Metres Short Track) · 28 years old
What is Ryan Clarke's 800 Metres Short Track personal best?
Ryan Clarke's 800 Metres Short Track personal best is 1:44.72, set on Jan 24, 2026 in The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (USA) (i).
Which events does Ryan Clarke compete in?
Ryan Clarke competes in the 800 Metres Short Track and 1000 Metres Short Track.
How did Ryan Clarke perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 1:44.72, set on Jan 24, 2026 in The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (USA) (i). Last competition: Memorial Zbigniewa Ludwichowskiego on Aug 30, 2026, 1:15.73.
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