Venue Olympic Stadium Competitors 50 from 34 nations | Dates 17–21 October | |
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The men's 1500 metres was the third-longest of the seven men's track races in the Athletics at the 1964 Summer Olympics program in Tokyo. It was held on 17 October, 19 October, and 21 October 1964. 50 athletes from 34 nations entered, with 7 not starting the first round. The first round was held on 17 October, with the semifinals on 19 October and the final on 21 October.
Contents
First round
The top four runners in each of the 4 heats advanced, as well as the next two fastest runners from across all heats.
Semifinals
The fastest four runners in each of the two semifinals and the fastest remaining runner qualified for the final.
Final
Splits were recorded at 400 metres, 800 metres, and 1200 metres. Bernard led after the first lap, Odlozil and Davies were in front after two, and Baran had the lead at the end of the third lap. Snell, who had already successfully defended his 800 metre title, finished strong. He crossed the finish line 1.5 seconds ahead of anyone else.