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Veerle Bakker
NetherlandsActive- Born
- Sep 29, 1997 (29 years old)
- Birthplace
- Amersfoort, Netherlands
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase · 2000 Metres Short Track
Veerle Bakker is a professional track and field athlete who competes in the 10,000 metres. Born on 29 September 1997 in Amersfoort, Netherlands, Veerle has developed into a competitive athlete at the national and international level.
Veerle's career has been marked by participation in various competitions in 10,000 metres. Throughout their career, Veerle has faced competition from athletes across the globe. The dedication required to compete at this level reflects years of training and personal sacrifice.
Veerle continues to be an active competitor in track and field, focusing on the 10,000 metres. With ongoing training and competition experience, Veerle works to improve performance and achieve new personal milestones in the sport.
As of Nov 1, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 9:25.53 (#141 all-time), 2000 Metres Short Track 6:13.19, 2026 season best 9:58.27 (Jun 3, 2026, Paavo Nurmen Stadion, Turku (FIN)) · Last competition: Track Night Vienna, Jun 20, 2026, DNF · National record (3000 m steeplechase) · 29 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1500m-short-track | 4:17.58 | – | Jan 31, 2026 | 16e AV PEC 1910 |
| 2026 | 1500m Indoor | 4:17.58 | – | Jan 31, 2026 | 16e AV PEC 1910 |
| 2026 | 1500m-short-track Indoor | 4:18.00 | – | Mar 1, 2026 | Dutch Indoor Championships |
| 2026 | 3000m-short-track Indoor | 8:58.03 | – | Feb 8, 2026 | Meeting Metz Moselle Athlélor Crédit Mutuel |
| 2026 | 3000m | 9:18.48 | – | May 30, 2026 | SplitTime NK Teams |
| 2026 | 3000m Indoor | 9:18.48 | – | May 30, 2026 | SplitTime NK Teams |
| 2026 | 3000mSt | 9:58.27 | – | Jun 3, 2026 | Paavo Nurmi Games |
| 2026 | 5000m-short-track Indoor | 15:45.49 | – | Jan 24, 2026 | Meeting Indoor de Lyon |