This is the progression of world record improvements of the 5000 metres M45 division of Masters athletics.
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| Hand | Auto | Athlete | Nationality | Birthdate | Age | Location | Date | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:21.77 | Said Boudalia |  Italy | 4 July 1968 | 45 years, 87 days | Rieti | 29 September 2013 | ||
| 14:23.6 h | Lucien Rault |  France | 30 March 1936 | 46 years, 81 days | Vannes | 19 June 1982 | ||
| 14:56.4 h | Alain Mimoun | France | 1 January 1921 | 45 years, 148 days | Paris | 29 May 1966 |