Brian Fay
Brian Fay is an accomplished Irish middle-distance runner known for his performances in the 5,000 meters. He recently showcased his talent at the Shanghai Diamond League meeting, finishing 10th in the men's 5,000m with a season-best time of 13:12.60. Fay is recognized for his competitive spirit and dedication to the sport, often participating in international events to improve his rankings and personal bests.
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Recent news mentions
Brian Fay finished back in 38th place at the World Athletics Road Running Championships.
Darragh McElhinney breaks Irish 5km record at World Road Running Championships – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-09-20
Fay will race in the men's 5km against top competitors.
Rhasidat Adeleke and Sophie O’Sullivan to close out track season at lucrative London Athlos meet – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-18
Brian Fay came home in 14th place in the 5,000m.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen storms to 5,000m victory on opening night of European Athletics Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-10
Brian Fay is participating in the men's 5,000m final.
First European Championships in Britain heightens Irish athletics hopes and expectations – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-10
Brian Fay is one of the Irish athletes in contention over 5,000m.
Don’t expect too much from Rhasidat Adeleke on her return to racing – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-03
Brian Fay produced the best Irish result at the World Cross Country Championships with a 16th-place finish.
Brian Fay secures best Irish result at World Cross Country Championships in over a decade – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-11
Brian Fay was part of the Irish senior men's team that won silver.
Irish athletes end medal-laden year on a high at European Cross-Country Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Brian Fay finished 10th in the senior men’s race, helping Ireland secure a podium place.
Nick Griggs wins gold as Ireland rack up record haul from European Cross-Country Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-14
Brian Fay finished 17th in the first heat of the men’s 5,000m.
Kate O’Connor and Cian McPhillips look to turn big dreams into medals at World Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Brian Fay went out hard, sitting in fourth for the opening laps.
Kate O’Connor moves into bronze medal position in heptathlon at World Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Brian Fay is competing in the Men’s 5,000m.
Three more added to Ireland’s final squad for World Athletics Championships – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Brian Fay is an Olympian and a former schoolmate of Barry Heneghan, highlighted for his achievements in athletics.
Barry Heneghan praises northsiders’ athletic superiority – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-01
Brian Fay ran a season best of 13:12.60 to finish 10th in the men’s 5,000m.
Rhasidat Adeleke takes second spot in Diamond League 200m with storming finish – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
