Gela Hambese

ETHETHWomen
Birth dateSep 25, 2002
Height-
Weight-

This accomplished athlete competes with a focus on excellence. As a registered World Athletics competitor, they have participated consistently in track and field events across national and international competitions. Their dedication to the sport reflects a genuine passion for athletic achievement and personal improvement. Through years of training and competition, they have developed the skills and mental toughness necessary to compete at elite levels. Their involvement in various meets has provided valuable experience against strong international opposition.

Their athletic journey has been marked by steady development and a commitment to pushing their personal limits. Each competition serves as an opportunity to refine technique and build strength in their chosen disciplines. Their performances demonstrate the result of dedicated training and an unwavering focus on becoming a better athlete. The competitive experiences they have gained have shaped them into a capable and determined competitor.

Looking forward, this athlete continues to work toward achieving new personal bests and representing their country with pride. Their ongoing commitment to athletics extends beyond individual success, as they contribute to their community and inspire others through their dedication. With rigorous training and a strategic approach to competition, they pursue their goals while maintaining the discipline and passion that define elite athletic performance.

Key facts
10 000 m
30:49.14
Mile Short Track
4:24.44
2026 season best
6:01.15
Feb 19, 2026 · Arena Stade Couvert, Liévin (FRA) (i)
Last competition
Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
Jul 4, 2026 · 31:57
Age
23 years old

As of Sep 19, 2026: 10 000 m 30:49.14 (#123 all-time), Mile Short Track 4:24.44, 2026 season best 6:01.15 (Feb 19, 2026, Arena Stade Couvert, Liévin (FRA) (i)) · Last competition: Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race, Jul 4, 2026, 31:57 · 23 years old

PB

Personal bests

Mile
4:24.44
8:57.73
5Kilometre
14:51
1500m-short-track
4:17.46
2000m
6:01.15
2000Metres
6:01.15
3000m-short-track
8:57.73
10Kilometr
31:15
mile-short-track
4:24.44

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
2000m
6:01.15-Feb 19, 2026-Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais Trophée EDF
2026
2000Metres
6:01.15-Feb 19, 2026-Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais Trophée EDF
2026
5Kilometre
15:28-Apr 18, 2026
Boston 5K
2026
5000m
16:08.88-Mar 25, 2026
Ethiopian Championships
2026
CrossCount
22:34-Jan 10, 2026-46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships
2026
10Kilometr
31:57-Jul 4, 2026
Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
2025
5Kilometre
14:51-Apr 26, 2025
adizero: Road to Records
2025
5000m
15:47.77-May 31, 2025
Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
2025
10Kilometr
31:15-Mar 16, 2025
Semi-Marathon International de Lille - 5km et 10km
2024
1500m
4:17.46-Feb 6, 2024
ORLEN Copernicus Cup
2024
1500m-short-track
4:17.46-Feb 6, 2024-ORLEN Copernicus Cup
2024
Mile
4:24.44-Jan 27, 2024-Astana Indoor Meet for Amin Tuyakov Prizes, Track & Field complex QAZAQSTAN, Astana (i) - Indoor Meeting
2024
mile-short-track
4:24.44-Jan 27, 2024-Astana Indoor Meet for Amin Tuyakov Prizes, Track & Field complex QAZAQSTAN, Astana (i) - Indoor Meeting
2024
3000m
8:57.73-Feb 10, 2024-Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais Trophée EDF
2024
3000m-short-track
8:57.73-Feb 10, 2024-Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais Trophée EDF
2024
5000m
14:47.74-May 10, 2024
Seashore Group Doha Meeting, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline
2024
10000m
30:49.14-Jun 14, 2024-Ethiopian Trials by Nerja
2023
1500m
4:08.40-Jun 27, 2023
62nd Ostrava Golden Spike, Mestský Stadion, Ostrava
2023
5000m
15:33.26-May 26, 2023
Meeting Jaen Paraiso Interior, Polideportivo Municipal, Andújar
2021
1500m
4:08.79-Jun 20, 2021
67° ORLEN Janusz Kusocinski Memorial, Stadion Śląski, Chorzów

2026

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
10Kilometr
31:57-Jul 4Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
5Kilometre
15:28-Apr 18Boston 5K
5000m
16:13.65-Mar 29Ethiopian Championships
5000m
16:08.88-Mar 27Ethiopian Championships
5000m
16:08.88-Mar 25Ethiopian Championships
5000m
16:13.65-Mar 25Ethiopian Championships
2000Metres
6:01.15-Feb 19Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais Trophée EDF
CrossCount
22:34-Jan 1046th World Athletics Cross Country Championships

2025

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5Kilometre
15:05-Dec 13Al Sharqiyah International Race - 5KM
10Kilometr
31:38-Jul 4Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race
5000m
15:47.77-May 31Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
5Kilometre
14:51-Apr 26adizero: Road to Records
5Kilometre
14:53-Apr 19Boston 5K
10Kilometr
31:15-Mar 16Semi-Marathon International de Lille - 5km et 10km

2021

2 performances

Honours

🥉

46th World Athletics Cross Country Championships

Cross Country Relay

2026
🥉

African Athletics Championships

10,000 Metres

2024
🥉

African Athletics Championships

10,000 Metres

2024
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Gela Hambese's 10 000 m personal best?

Gela Hambese's 10 000 m personal best is 30:49.14, set on Jun 14, 2024 in Estadio Enrique Lopez Cuenca, Nerja (ESP), #123 on the all-time list.

Which events does Gela Hambese compete in?

Gela Hambese competes in the 10 000 m and Mile Short Track.

How did Gela Hambese perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 6:01.15, set on Feb 19, 2026 in Arena Stade Couvert, Liévin (FRA) (i). Last competition: Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race on Jul 4, 2026, 31:57.