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Gilbert Kirui

Gilbert Kirui

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Birth dateJan 22, 1994
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Gilbert Kirui is a Kenya steeplechase runner, born on January 22, 1994. He competes primarily in the 3000mSt and 2000Metres.

His personal bests include 8:06.96 in the 3000mSt and 5:30.0h in the 2000Metres. He has earned 1 gold and 2 silver medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.

Key facts
3000 m steeplechase
8:06.96
#58 all-time
2000 Metres Short Track
5:30.0h
2018 season best
8:46.54
May 26, 2018 · Oordegem (BEL)
2018 season best
Age
32 years old

As of Sep 14, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:06.96 (#58 all-time), 2000 Metres Short Track 5:30.0h, 2018 season best 8:46.54 (May 26, 2018, Oordegem (BEL)) · 32 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2018
3000mSt
8:46.54-May 26, 2018
↓
Oordegem (BEL)
2015
3000mSt
8:31.04-May 10, 2015
↓
Todoroki Stadium, Kawasaki (JPN)
2014
3000mSt
8:11.86-May 9, 2014
↓
Doha IAAF Diamond League, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline
2013
3000mSt
8:06.96-Jul 27, 2013
↓
London Sainsbury's Anniversary Games, Olympic Stadium, London - Diamond Discipline
2012
3000mSt
8:11.27-May 11, 2012
↓
Doha IAAF Diamond League Meeting, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline
2011
2000Metres
5:30.0h-Jun 8, 2011-Nairobi (KEN)
2011
3000mSt
8:25.03-May 12, 2011
↓
Gaborone (BOT)
2010
3000mSt
8:40.1h-Jun 17, 2010
↓
Nairobi (KEN)

2018

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:46.54-May 26Oordegem IFAM Meeting, Oordegem
3000mSt
8:47.14-May 20Rehlingen Pfingstsportfest, Rehlingen

2015

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:58.55-Jun 14Meeting International Mohammed VI d'Athletisme de Rabat, Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah, Rabat
3000mSt
8:37.04-May 17Shanghai Golden Grand Prix, Shanghai Stadium, Shanghai - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:31.04-May 10Kawasaki Seiko Golden Grand Prix, Todoroki Stadium, Kawasaki

2014

5 performances

2013

9 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:17.73-Sep 1Berlin ISTAF, Olympiastadion, Berlin
3000mSt
8:12.93-Aug 29Weltklasse Zürich, Letzigrund, Zürich - Promotional Events
3000mSt
8:11.55-Aug 22Stockholm DN Galan, Olympiastadion, Stockholm - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:06.96-Jul 27London Sainsbury's Anniversary Games, Olympic Stadium, London - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:06.96-Jul 26London Sainsbury's Anniversary Games, Olympic Stadium, London - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:25.1HT-Jul 13Nairobi Kenyan World Ch. Trials, Nairobi
3000mSt
8:12.36-Jun 13Oslo ExxonMobil Bislett Games, Bislett Stadion, Oslo - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:15.67-May 21Beijing IAAF World Challenge Meeting, Beijing
3000mSt
8:09.50-May 18Shanghai IAAF Diamond League Meeting, Shanghai Stadium, Shanghai - Diamond Discipline

2012

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:19.94-Jul 15IAAF World Junior Championships, Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona
3000mSt
8:26.58-Jul 13IAAF World Junior Championships, Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona
3000mSt
8:19.94-Jul 10IAAF World Junior Championships, Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona
3000mSt
8:26.58-Jul 10IAAF World Junior Championships, Estadio Olímpico, Barcelona
3000mSt
8:23.4HT-Jun 9Nairobi Kenyan Junior Championships, Nairobi
3000mSt
8:31.4HT-Jun 8Nairobi Kenyan Junior Championships, Nairobi
3000mSt
8:11.27-May 11Doha IAAF Diamond League Meeting, Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium, Doha - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:21.16-May 6Kawasaki Golden Grand Prix, Kawasaki

2011

9 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:34.44-Aug 6Crystal Palace AVIVA London Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London - Diamond Discipline
3000mSt
8:34.44-Aug 5Crystal Palace AVIVA London Grand Prix, Crystal Palace, London - Diamond Discipline
2000Metres
5:30.49-Jul 8IAAF World Youth Championships, Lille
3000mSt
5:34.98-Jul 7IAAF World Youth Championships, Lille
3000mSt
5:30.49-Jul 7IAAF World Youth Championships, Lille
2000Metres
5:34.98-Jul 6IAAF World Youth Championships, Lille
2000Metres
5:30.0HT-Jun 8Nairobi Kenya Colleges and Schools Championships, Nairobi
3000mSt
8:25.03-May 12Gaborone African Junior Championships, Gaborone
3000mSt
9:06.3HT-Apr 1Narok AK Meeting, Narok

2010

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000mSt
8:40.1HT-Jun 17Nairobi Kenyan World Junior Ch. Trials, Nairobi

Honours

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IAAF World Junior Championships

3000 Metres Steeplechase

2012
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IAAF World Youth Championships

2000 Metres Steeplechase

2011
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Gaborone African Junior Championships

3000 Metres Steeplechase

2011
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Gilbert Kirui's 3000 m steeplechase personal best?

Gilbert Kirui's 3000 m steeplechase personal best is 8:06.96, set on Jul 27, 2013 in Olympic Stadium, London (GBR), #58 on the all-time list.

Which events does Gilbert Kirui compete in?

Gilbert Kirui competes in the 3000 m steeplechase and 2000 Metres Short Track.

How did Gilbert Kirui perform in 2018?

2018 season best: 8:46.54, set on May 26, 2018 in Oordegem (BEL).