Derval O'Rourke

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Derval O'Rourke's career is marked by historic achievements in Irish athletics. She remains the Irish national record holder in the 60m hurdles, a record that has stood for over a decade. Her World Indoor gold in 2006 was a breakthrough for Irish sprint hurdling, and she competed at three consecutive Olympics, a rarity for Irish athletes. Her transition to a successful businesswoman and media personality further cements her status as a pioneering figure in Irish sport.

AwardsDerval O'Rourke's most significant victory came in 2006 when she won gold at the World Indoor Championships in the 60m hurdles. She also claimed silver at the 2010 European Championships in the 100m hurdles, and was a multiple medal winner for Leevale AC at national level.

Honours & Distinctions

Irish National Record Holder - 60m hurdles

Athletics Ireland

Record still stands.

Records & Feats

Irish national record in the 60m hurdles

National Record

Holds the Irish national record in the 60m hurdles, a mark that still stands.