Middle-distance running events are track races longer than sprints, up to 3000 metres. The standard middle distances are the 800 metres, 1500 metres and mile run, although the 3000 metres may also be classified as a middle-distance event.

What is middle-distance track event or field event?

middle-distance running, in athletics (track and field), races that range in distance from 800 metres (roughly one-half mile) to 3,000 metres (almost 2 miles).

What is middle and long distance?

Governing Body: International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) Middle/Long Distance running races are the track running events which took place over the distances (standard) of 800m and 1500 meters (middle-distance), 5000m and 10000m (long-distance) and over 3000m in steeplechase event.