Ruben Verheyden is a Belgian middle-distance runner specializing in the 800 meters and 1500 meters events. Born on February 16, 2000, Verheyden has emerged as a promising talent in the field of athletics. He has competed at various national and international competitions, representing Belgium with notable performances.
Career Highlights:
2021 European U23 Championships: Verheyden secured a silver medal in the 1500 meters event, demonstrating his potential on the European stage.
Belgian Championships: He has claimed multiple titles in national championships, showcasing his dominance in middle-distance running within Belgium.
Personal Bests:
800 meters: 1:46.15 (achieved in 2022)
1500 meters: 3:36.58 (achieved in 2021)
Verheyden continues to train and compete, aiming to further improve his performances and achieve success in future international competitions.
Tournaments
European U23 Championships: Gold medalist in 2021 (1500m)
Belgian Championships: Multiple titles in 2021, 2022, and 2023 (1500m)
Diamond League: Participant
World Championships: Competitor
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