Evan Grime

Evan Grime (born 18 November 2008) is a British middle-distance runner.

Early Life and Background

Evan Grime was born on November 18, 2008, in Royton, Oldham, United Kingdom. He comes from a family with a strong athletic background. His father, Ian Grime, is a former international runner who now coaches Evan, while his mother, Jill, has been a strong supporter of his career. His sister, Erin, also competes for Salford Harriers.

Grime began competing in athletics at the age of 7 and has since developed into one of the most promising young middle-distance runners in the world. He attends The Blue Coat School, Oldham and runs for Salford Harriers.

2024

On 26 August 2024, he ran a world mile best for the U15 age group, running 4:05.48 at the British Milers Club meet in Bury.

2025

In 2025, he set British under-17 records over 1500 metres and 3000 metres. He ran 1:52.13 for the 800m at the 2025 British Indoor Athletics Championships in Birmingham. In July 2025, he won the under-18 men’s 1500 metres at the English Schools Championships, and was runner-up over 1500 metres at the UK U20 Championships.