The following table shows the world record progression in the men's 10 kilometres walk , as recognised by the IAAF. [1]
| Time | Athlete | Date | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37:11 | 28 May 2000 | Saransk, Russia | |
| 37:50 | 27 May 2000 | Berlin, Germany | |
| 38:26.4 | 17 May 1997 | Sønder Omme, Danmark | |
| 39:07.38 | 10 July 1988 | Neubrandenburg, Germany (former GDR) | |
| 39:36 | 6 May 1984 | Bergen, Norway |