Bio
Hagos Gebrhiwet's career is decorated with a string of successes. He first came to the global stage at the 2012 World Junior Championships in Barcelona where he clinched gold in the 5000m race. That same year, at just 18 years old, he participated in the London Olympics, finishing third in the 5000m event. This was a testament to Gebrhiwet's exceptional talent, as he was the youngest medalist in that category.
Over the years, Gebrhiwet has consistently showcased his prowess in long-distance running. His personal best in the 5000m stands at an impressive 12:45.82, just shy of the world record held by his fellow countryman, Kenenisa Bekele. This places Gebrhiwet among the top long-distance runners in the world. In 2013, he won a silver medal in the World Championships and in 2019, he added a bronze medal to his collection in the World Athletics Championships in Doha.
Despite his success, Gebrhiwet has also experienced his share of challenges. In 2015, he failed to medal at the Beijing World Championships, finishing fifth in the 5000m race. However, this setback only fueled his determination to succeed, leading to his bronze medal win in 2019.
In a world where athletes often succumb to pressure and high stakes, Gebrhiwet stands as a beacon of resilience. An amusing anecdote that reflects this is when he mistakenly stopped one lap early at the Lausanne Diamond League in 2019, thinking he had won the race. Despite this, he came back stronger in his subsequent races, proving that a single mishap does not define an athlete's career.
Hagos Gebrhiwet's journey in athletics is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and hard work. As he continues to grace the track with his talent, he remains an inspiration to many, both within and beyond the world of athletics.
Tournaments
Olympic Games
- Bronze medal: 5000 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics
World Championships
- Silver medal: 5000 meters at the 2013 Moscow World Championships
- Bronze medal: 5000 meters at the 2015 Beijing World Championships
African Games
- Gold medal: 5000 meters at the 2023 African Games
Personal Bests
- Hagos Gebrhiwet's personal best in the 5000 meters is an astonishing 12:36.73. He achieved this remarkable time at the Bislett Games in Oslo on May 30, 2024. This time places him as the second-fastest 5000m runner in history, just behind the world record holder Joshua Cheptegei.