Hellen Obiri

Middle-distance runner with championship titles

Hellen Obiri - Middle-distance runner with championship titles
Born

December 13th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Kenya

Links & References

A middle-distance runner specialized in the 5000 meters, achieved significant success on the international athletics stage. Claimed the gold medal at the 2019 World Championships held in Doha, Qatar. Secured silver medals in both the 5000 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Competed for Kenya in various major championships, contributing to the country's reputation in long-distance running.

Gold medalist at the 2019 World Championships

Silver medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics

Silver medalist at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

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