Benson Wachira Maina
KenyaActive- Born
- May 26, 1992 (34 years old)
- Events
- Shot Put · Discus Throw
Benson Wachira Maina is a Kenya thrower, born on May 26, 1992. He competes primarily in the SP and DT.
His personal bests include 16.47 in the SP and 51.54 in the DT. He has earned 5 gold medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.
Personal best · Shot Put16.47
2026 season best15.90Jun 11, 2026 · Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
Personal best · Discus Throw51.54
Last competitionKenyan Championships Cum Trials for Commonwealth Games, Nyayo National Stadium, NairobiJun 19, 2026 · 15.65
As of Oct 27, 2026: Shot Put 16.47, Discus Throw 51.54, 2026 season best 15.90 (Jun 11, 2026, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN)) · Last competition: Kenyan Championships Cum Trials for Commonwealth Games, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi, Jun 19, 2026, 15.65 · 34 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | SP | 15.90 | – | Jun 11, 2026 | Kenya Defence Forces Track and Field Championships |
| 2026 | DT | 48.40 | – | Jun 10, 2026 | Kenya Defence Forces Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | SP | 15.95 | – | Jun 26, 2025 | Kenyan Championships |
| 2025 | DT | 50.90 | – | Jun 27, 2025 | Kenyan Championships |
| 2024 | SP | 15.57 | – | May 22, 2024 | Kenyan Championships |
| 2024 | DT | 50.38 | – | Mar 5, 2024 | Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN) |
| 2023 | SP | 15.86 | – | May 13, 2023 | Kip Keino Classic, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi |
| 2023 | DT | 51.54 | – | Apr 27, 2023 | 6th AK Track and Field weekend Meet |