Peter Butler (runner)
Canadian runner (born 1958)
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Peter Butler (born February 15, 1958) is a former Canadian long-distance runner who was a national champion in the outdoor 5,000 metres and 10,000 metres.[1][2] Butler competed in the men's 10,000 metres at the 1983 World Championships in Helsinki, Finland.[3] At the 1985 California International Marathon, Butler set a course record with a time of 2:10:56.[4] This time remains the fifth fastest marathon run by a Canadian.[5]
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Representing | |||||
| 1982 | Commonwealth Games | Brisbane, Australia | 15th | Marathon | 2:18:17 |
| 1985 | California International Marathon | Sacramento, United States | 1st | Marathon | 2:10:56[6] |
| 1986 | Commonwealth Games | Edinburgh, Scotland | 11th | Marathon | 2:18:52 |