Born in December 21, 1999 (Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia)
Australian National Record Holder (5000 meters): 14:41.65 (achieved in Tokyo, 2024)Two-time Zatopek 10,000m Champion (2022, 2023)2023 World Championships competitor (5000 meters)2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games competitor (5000 meters)2021 Tokyo Olympics competitor (5000 meters)Early Career: Began running at the age of 12 and quickly showed promise.
Achieved impressive times as a teenager in the 800 meters and 1500 meters but struggled to improve further for several years. Training Breakthrough and National
Recognition: Credited Coach Scott Westcott's flexible training approach for unlocking her potential in her early twenties. Defended her national title in the 10,000 meters at the Zatopek Classic in 2022, setting a personal best at the time. Secured a silver medal in the 5000 meters at the 2022 National Championships, showcasing her versatility.
International Success: Made her Olympic debut at the Tokyo Games in 2021, competing in the 5000 meters. Continued progress in 2022 with a personal best of 31:18.54 in the 5000 meters, placing her fourth in Australian history.
Represented Australia at the 2023 World Championships and the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games, competing in the 5000 meters at both events.In 2024, achieved a historic feat by breaking the Australian national record in the 5000 meters with a time of 14:41.65. This solidified her position as one of Australia's top distance runners.
Looking Ahead: Rose Davies is a dedicated athlete who has overcome challenges to reach the top of Australian distance running. Her national record and consistent improvement suggest a bright future. With continued training and experience, she is a strong contender for medals at future World Championships, Commonwealth Games, and Olympic Games, potentially expanding her focus to longer distances like the marathon.
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