Abednico Choba
RSAMenAbednico Choba is a South Africa sprinter, born on July 2, 2002. He competes primarily in the 400m, 800m and 1500m.
His personal bests include 49.30 in the 400m, 1:47.41 in the 800m, 3:38.31 in the 1500m, 8:13.69 in the 3000m and 14:54.54 in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
As of Sep 20, 2026: 800 m 1:47.41, 1500 m 3:38.31, 2026 season best 1:47.48 (Feb 28, 2026, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria (RSA)) · Last competition: South African Championships, Apr 18, 2026, 3:49.02 · 24 years old
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 400m | 49.30 | - | Feb 21, 2026 | - | AGN Track & Field League 3, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - U18 Events |
| 2026 | 800m | 1:47.48 | - | Feb 28, 2026 | ↑ | AGN Track & Field League 4 |
| 2026 | 1500m | 3:38.31 | - | Apr 10, 2026 | ↑ | Cape Miller Continental Tour |
| 2025 | 800m | 1:48.22 | - | Mar 14, 2025 | ↑ | AGN U16, U18, U20, and Seniors Track & Field Championship, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2025 | 1500m | 3:44.75 | - | May 2, 2025 | ↑ | USSA Athletics Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | MileRoad | 4:07.42 | - | Aug 29, 2025 | - | Asics Curro Street Mile |
| 2025 | 3000m | 8:13.69 | - | Feb 1, 2025 | ↑ | AGN Track & Field League 2 (U16, U18, U20 & Seniors) |
| 2025 | 10Kilometr | 31:47 | - | Jul 13, 2025 | - | ABSA Run Your City Durban 10k - ASA (3) |
| 2024 | 800m | 1:47.41 | - | Mar 8, 2024 | ↑ | AGN U16, U18, U20 & Senior Champs |
| 2024 | 1500m | 3:47.05 | - | Feb 24, 2024 | ↑ | AGN League 4, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2024 | CrossCount | 8:17 | - | Feb 17, 2024 | - | FISU Cross Country Championships, Muscat - XC 3.0km |
| 2024 | 5000m | 14:54.54 | - | Jan 20, 2024 | - | AGN League 1, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria |
| 2023 | 800m | 1:48.23 | - | Apr 1, 2023 | ↑ | South African Championships, McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom |
| 2023 | 1000m | 2:21.00 | - | Feb 18, 2023 | - | Curro Podium |
| 2023 | 1500m | 3:43.87 | - | Mar 11, 2023 | ↑ | Athletics Gauteng North Senior & Combined Track & Field Provincial Championships |
| 2023 | 3000m | 8:21.28 | - | Jun 10, 2023 | ↑ | AVT Open & Internatioal Track & Field Competition - Seniors & U20, DP de Villiers Stadium, Sasolburg |
| 2023 | 5Kilometre | 15:12 | - | Jun 17, 2023 | - | South African 5km Road Running Championships, FNB Stadium, Johannesburg |
| 2022 | 800m | 1:47.95 | - | Mar 11, 2022 | ↑ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2022 | 1500m | 3:43.66 | - | Mar 12, 2022 | ↑ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2021 | 800m | 1:48.23 | - | Aug 21, 2021 | ↑ | World Athletics U20 Championships, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi |
| 2021 | 1500m | 3:50.04 | - | Apr 29, 2021 | ↑ | McArthur Stadium, Potchefstroom (RSA) |
| 2020 | 800m | 1:50.99 | - | Mar 13, 2020 | ↑ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2020 | 1500m | 3:54.19 | - | Mar 7, 2020 | ↑ | Bestmed Tuks Stadium, Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2019 | 800m | 1:51.57 | - | Mar 15, 2019 | ↑ | Pretoria (RSA) |
| 2019 | 1500m | 3:53.16 | - | Mar 16, 2019 | ↑ | Pretoria (RSA) |
2026
13 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1500m | 3:49.02 | - | Apr 18 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:47.05 | - | Apr 17 | South African Championships |
800m | 1:54.71 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:49.02 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:47.05 | - | Apr 16 | South African Championships |
1500m | 3:38.31 | - | Apr 10 | Cape Miller Continental Tour |
1500m | 3:40.59 | - | Mar 14 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:49.13 | - | Mar 13 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:47.56 | - | Mar 13 | AGN Championships |
800m | 1:47.48 | - | Feb 28 | AGN Track & Field League 4 |
400m | 49.30 | - | Feb 21 | AGN Track & Field League 3, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - U18 Events |
1500m | 3:44.14 | - | Feb 21 | AGN Track & Field League 3, Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria - U18 Events |
1500m | 3:48.25 | - | Feb 14 | CGA League 3 |
2025
20 performances2024
17 performancesHonours
No medals
Frequently asked questions
What is Abednico Choba's 800 m personal best?
Abednico Choba's 800 m personal best is 1:47.41, set on Mar 8, 2024 in Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria (RSA).
Which events does Abednico Choba compete in?
Abednico Choba competes in the 800 m and 1500 m.
How did Abednico Choba perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 1:47.48, set on Feb 28, 2026 in Pilditch Stadium, Pretoria (RSA). Last competition: South African Championships on Apr 18, 2026, 3:49.02.