Amor Ben Yahia
- Born
- Jul 1, 1985 (41 years old)
- Birthplace
- Kebili, Tunisia
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase · 1500 m
- Height
- 1.75 m
- Weight
- 63 kg
Amor Ben Yahia is a Tunisian athlete born on July 1, 1985, in Kebili, who specializes in the 3000 metres steeplechase. He is the Tunisian national record holder in the event.
Ben Yahia represented Tunisia at the 2012 London Olympics and competed at two World Championships, establishing himself as his country's top steeplechaser. His dedication to the demanding event has made him a prominent figure in Tunisian athletics.
His personal best and national record of 8:14.05 was set in Mersin in 2013, cementing his legacy as Tunisia's premier steeplechase specialist. This time ranks among the best performances by North African athletes in the event.
As of Oct 31, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:14.05 (#195 all-time), 1500 m 3:39.14, 2019 season best 8:26.12 (Oct 1, 2019, Khalifa International Stadium, Doha (QAT)) · Last competition: IAAF World Championships in Athletics, Oct 1, 2019, 8:26.12 · 41 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3000mSt | 8:26.12 | – | Oct 1, 2019 | IAAF World Championships in Athletics |
| 2018 | 3000mSt | 8:26.14 | – | Jun 27, 2018 | Tarragona Mediterran Games, Tarragona |
| 2016 | 3000mSt | 8:20.72 | – | Jul 18, 2016 | Sotteville-lès-Rouen (FRA) |
| 2015 | 3000mSt | 8:19.30 | – | May 20, 2015 | National Stadium, Beijing (CHN) |
| 2014 | 3000mSt | 8:38.15 | – | May 18, 2014 | Lens (FRA) |
| 2013 | 3000mSt | 8:14.05 | – | Jun 28, 2013 | Mersin (TUR) |
| 2012 | 1500m | 3:39.14 | – | Jun 9, 2012 | Radés (TUN) |
| 2012 | 3000mSt | 8:22.70 | – | Aug 3, 2012 | The XXX Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, London |