Benjamin Nyongesa
South AfricaActive- Born
- Dec 24, 1996 (29 years old)
- Events
- Marathon
Benjamin Nyongesa is a South Africa long-distance runner, born on December 24, 1996. He competes primarily in the Semi, Marathon and 10Kilometr.
His personal bests include 1:05:05 in the Semi, 2:17:06 in the Marathon and 30:24 in the 10Kilometr. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Africa.
Personal best · Marathon2:17:06
2026 season best2:17:05May 3, 2026 · Durban
Last competitionSocial Runners HalfJul 25, 2026 · 1:05:05
As of Oct 28, 2026: Marathon 2:17:06, 2026 season best 2:17:05 (May 3, 2026, Durban (RSA)) · Last competition: Social Runners Half, Jul 25, 2026, 1:05:05 · 29 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Semi | 1:05:05 | – | Jul 25, 2026 | Social Runners Half |
| 2026 | Marathon | 2:17:05 | – | May 3, 2026 | Durban International Marathon |
| 2025 | 10Kilometr | 30:24 | – | Mar 2, 2025 | Best of the Best Marathon - Half Marathon & 10K |