Sam Ferris

Born
Aug 29, 1900
Birthplace
Dromore, Northern Ireland (GBR)
Height
1.74 m
Weight
60 kg

Sam Ferris is a United Kingdom long-distance runner, born on August 29, 1900 in Dromore, Northern Ireland (GBR). Standing 1.74 m and weighing 60 kg, He competes primarily in the Marathon.

His personal bests include 2:31:55 in the Marathon. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1932 season best2:31:55Aug 7, 1932
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe X Olympic GamesAug 7, 1932 · 2:31:55

As of Nov 14, 2026: 1932 season best 2:31:55 (Aug 7, 1932) · Last competition: The X Olympic Games, Aug 7, 1932, 2:31:55 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 126 years old · Retired

DisciplineResultAll-time

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1932Marathon 2:31:55–Aug 7, 1932The X Olympic Games
1928Marathon 2:37:41–Aug 5, 1928The IX Olympic Games
1924Marathon 2:52:26.0–Jul 13, 1924The VIII Olympic Games
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1932 season best: 2:31:55, set on Aug 7, 1932. Last competition: The X Olympic Games on Aug 7, 1932, 2:31:55.

Sam Ferris has won 1 Olympic Games medal.