About Lizzie Lee
Born 1980. Lizzie Lee is an Irish athletics competitor.
Lizzie Lee (born 22 May 1980) is an Irish marathon runner. She qualified for the 2016 Olympics where she finished 57th.
Biography
Lizzie Lee was born 22 May 1980 and is from Bishopstown. Lee has a degree in electrical engineering from University College Cork. She is a project manager for Apple Inc.
She is coached by 1972 Irish Olympian Donie Walsh. She trains with Leevale AC.
In 2009 Lee stopped competing in the triathlon so she could focus on long-distance running.
The required time to qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio was 2:42. She finished the Berlin Marathon in 2:32:51, the fifth fastest female Irish marathon time ever. Three Irishwomen qualified for the marathon in these Olympics, and Lee had the best time of the group.
In March 2018, Lee set a personal best time at the World Half Marathon Championships.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Lizzie Lee?
Irish athletics competitor
When was Lizzie Lee born?
Lizzie Lee was born on 22 May 1980.
What is Lizzie Lee's occupation?
Lizzie Lee is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Lizzie Lee?
Lizzie Lee is Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lizzie Lee. https://biography.guide/lizzie-lee/
MLA: "Lizzie Lee." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lizzie-lee/.
Chicago: "Lizzie Lee." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lizzie-lee/.
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