About Paul Ballinger
Born 1953. Paul Ballinger is a New Zealand marathon runner and long-distance runner.
Paul Ballinger (born 25 March 1953) is a retired long-distance runner from New Zealand, who won the 1982 edition of the Fukuoka Marathon, clocking 2:10:15 on 5 December 1982 setting the current national record. A year later he finished in 27th place (2:16:06) at the inaugural 1983 World Championships. He is a four-time national champion for New Zealand in the marathon.
At the 1978 Commonwealth Games he finished 6th in the marathon with a time of 2:17:46.
Achievements All results regarding marathon, unless stated otherwise
Personal bests
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Paul Ballinger?
New Zealand long-distance runner
When was Paul Ballinger born?
Paul Ballinger was born on 25 March 1953.
What is Paul Ballinger's occupation?
Paul Ballinger is a marathon runner and long-distance runner.
What nationality is Paul Ballinger?
Paul Ballinger is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Ballinger. https://biography.guide/paul-ballinger/
MLA: "Paul Ballinger." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paul-ballinger/.
Chicago: "Paul Ballinger." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paul-ballinger/.
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