Gilbert Kirui
- Born
- Jan 22, 1994 (32 years old)
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase · 2000 Metres Short Track
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.
Personal best · 3000 m steeplechase8:06.96
2018 season best8:46.54May 26, 2018 · Oordegem
Personal best · 2000 Metres Short Track5:30.0h
As of Nov 7, 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
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
2000MetresNairobi 20115:30.0h–
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) |