Matthew Wilkinson (runner)

Matthew Wilkinson (born 27 December 1998) is an American steeplechaser. He qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics by finishing 2nd at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon.

Early life
He attended Minnetonka High School and Carleton College in Minnesota, as well as the University of Minnesota.

Career
In May 2024, he finished second at the LA Grand Prix in the 3000 metres steeplechase in a personal best 8:16.59.

In June 2024, he finished second at the 2024 United States Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon in the 3000m steeplechase in a time of 8:23.00.

Personal bests

 * 1500 metres – 3:37.72 (Portland 2024)
 * Mile – 3:57.25 (Boston 2024)
 * 3000 metres – 7:38.18 (Paris 2024)
 * 5000 metres – 13:31.25 (Boston 2023)
 * 3000 metres steeplechase – 8:16.59 (Los Angeles 2024)