World record
| Event | Time | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 m | 1.50,05 | March 16, 1997 |  |
Source: SpeedSkatingStats.com [1]
Neal Gregory Marshall (born June 13, 1969 in Victoria, British Columbia) is a Canadian speed skater. For the 1994-1995 season he was the winner at Speed Skating World Cup's 1500 m division. In 1997, he took bronze at the World Single Distance Championships for Men in the 1,500 m division. From March 16 to November 29, 1997 he held the world record for the 1,500 meter.
| Event | Time | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 m | 1.50,05 | March 16, 1997 | |
Source: SpeedSkatingStats.com [1]
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