Wim Slijkhuis

NetherlandsNetherlandsRetired
Born
Jan 13, 1923
Birthplace
Leiden, Zuid-Holland (NED)
Height
1.74 m
Weight
62 kg

Wim Slijkhuis is a Netherlands middle-distance runner, born on January 13, 1923 in Leiden, Zuid-Holland (NED). Standing 1.74 m and weighing 62 kg, He competes primarily in the 1500m and 5000m.

His personal bests include 3:50.48 in the 1500m and 15:06.8 in the 5000m. He has earned 2 bronze medals in major international competitions.

1948 season best3:50.48Aug 6, 1948
Medals2Olympic Games: 2 bronze
Last competitionThe XV Olympic GamesJul 24, 1952 · DNF
The XV Olympic Games

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1948 season best 3:50.48 (Aug 6, 1948) · Last competition: The XV Olympic Games, Jul 24, 1952, DNF · Olympic Games: 2 bronze · 103 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
1500m19483:50.48971 pts–
5000m194815:06.8790 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games––22

Progression

Compare me
SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
19481500m 3:50.48–Aug 6, 1948The XIV Olympic Games
19485000m 15:06.8–Jul 31, 1948The XIV Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1948 season best: 3:50.48, set on Aug 6, 1948. Last competition: The XV Olympic Games on Jul 24, 1952, DNF.

Wim Slijkhuis has won 2 Olympic Games medals.