Athletics 3000 metres steeplechase | |
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World records | |
Men | Lamecha Girma 7:52.11 (2023) |
Women | Beatrice Chepkoech 8:44.32 (2018) |
Olympic records | |
Men | Conseslus Kipruto 8:03.28 (2016) |
Women | Winfred Yavi 8:52.76 (2024) |
World Championship records | |
Men | Ezekiel Kemboi 8:00.43 (2009) |
Women | Norah Jeruto 8:53.02 (2022) |
The 3000 metres steeplechase or 3000-meter steeplechase (usually abbreviated as 3000m SC) is the most common distance for the steeplechase in track and field. It is an obstacle race over the distance of the 3000 metres, which derives its name from the horse racing steeplechase.