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Genet Lire

Genet Lire

ETHETHWomen
Birth dateJan 23, 1997
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Genet Lire is a Ethiopia sprinter, born on January 23, 1997. She competes primarily in the 400m and 800m.

Her personal bests include 51.44 in the 400m and 2:18.49 in the 800m. She has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.

Key facts
400 m
51.44
#628 all-time
2016 season best
56.23
Mar 26, 2016 · College Park, MD (USA)
2016 season best
Record
National record · 400 m 51.44
National record
Age
29 years old

As of Sep 23, 2026: 400 m 51.44 (#628 all-time), 2016 season best 56.23 (Mar 26, 2016, College Park, MD (USA)) · National record (400 m) · 29 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2016
400m
56.23-Mar 26, 2016
↓
College Park, MD (USA)
2015
400m
60.19-Apr 24, 2015
↓
Gainesville, FL (USA)
2015
800m
2:18.49-Apr 3, 2015-Gainesville, FL (USA)
2014
400m
51.44-Jun 13, 2014
↓
Addis Abeba (ETH)
2013
400m
55.65-Jun 27, 2013
↓
Addis Abeba (ETH)

2016

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
56.23-Mar 26College Park Maryland Invitational, College Park, MD

2015

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
60.19-Apr 24Gainesville Tom Jones Memorial, Gainesville, FL
800m
2:18.49-Apr 3Gainesville Florida Relays, Gainesville, FL

2014

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
51.44-Jun 13Ethiopian Championships, Addis Abeba

2013

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400m
55.65-Jun 27Ethiopian Championships, Addis Abeba

Honours

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Ethiopian Championships

400 Metres

2014
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Genet Lire's 400 m personal best?

Genet Lire's 400 m personal best is 51.44, set on Jun 13, 2014 in Addis Abeba (ETH), #628 on the all-time list.

Which events does Genet Lire compete in?

Genet Lire competes in the 400 m.

How did Genet Lire perform in 2016?

2016 season best: 56.23, set on Mar 26, 2016 in College Park, MD (USA).