Frank O’Mara
IrelandathleteMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Frank O’Mara is a former Irish middle-distance runner who notably achieved success at the 1987 World Indoor Athletics Championships, securing a gold medal in the 3000m event.
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Frank O’Mara won gold in the 3,000m at the 1987 World Indoors.
It’s easy to get carried away about Ireland’s chances at the Europeans – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-08-09
Ireland· 2026-08-09
Frank O'Mara was a rising star in the mile ranks and part of the record-breaking relay team.
Ireland’s relay stars part of an ‘overnight’ success story stretching back to Ronnie Delany in the 1950s – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-05-10
Ireland· 2025-05-10
Frank O’Mara finished second in the 3,000m at the first World Indoor Athletics Championships in 1987.
the odyssey of the Irish Indoor Championships – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-02-22
Ireland· 2025-02-22
