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Haftu Knight
USAMenBirth dateApr 15, 1999
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Haftu Knight is a United States middle-distance runner, born on April 15, 1999. He competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.
His personal bests include 3:50.05 in the 1500m, 4:03.32 in the Mile, 8:06.39 in the 3000m, 13:32.23 in the 5000m and 28:30.93 in the 10000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.
Key facts
Marathon
2:07:38
5000 Metres Short Track
13:41.70
Last competition
Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
Jul 4, 2026 · 29:34
Age
27 years old
As of Sep 12, 2026: Marathon 2:07:38, 5000 Metres Short Track 13:41.70, 2026 season best 2:07:38 (Apr 20, 2026, Boston, MA (USA)) · Last competition: Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race, Jul 4, 2026, 29:34 · 27 years old
PB
Personal bests
3:50.05
4:03.32
8:06.39
13:32.23
28:30.93
1:02:47
2:07:38
8:15.82
29:35
13:41.70
Performance Charts
Season bests
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Trend | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10Kilometr | 29:34 | - | Jul 4, 2026 | ↑ | Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race |
| 2026 | Semi | 1:04:52 | - | Mar 15, 2026 | ↓ | United Airlines NYC Half |
| 2026 | Marathon | 2:07:38 | - | Apr 20, 2026 | ↑ | Boston Marathon |
| 2025 | 10Kilometr | 29:35 | - | Jun 22, 2025 | ↑ | B.A.A. 10K, Boston, MA |
| 2025 | Semi | 1:02:47 | - | Jun 1, 2025 | ↓ | Bank of America Chicago 13.1, Chicago, IL |
| 2025 | Marathon | 2:09:38 | - | Mar 30, 2025 | ↑ | McKirdy Micro - The Road to Tokyo |
| 2024 | 1500m | 3:50.05 | - | Mar 28, 2024 | ↑ | Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays presented by Truist, Mike A. Myers Stadium, Austin, TX - Invitational Events |
| 2024 | Mile | 4:17.73 | - | Mar 30, 2024 | ↓ | Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays presented by Truist, Mike A. Myers Stadium, Austin, TX - Invitational Events |
| 2024 | 3000m | 8:16.10 | - | Jan 26, 2024 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2024 | 3000m-short-track | 8:16.10 | - | Jan 26, 2024 | ↑ | Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic |
| 2024 | 5000m | 14:23.08 | - | Apr 26, 2024 | ↑ | Payton Jordan Invitational, Cobb Track and Angell Field, Palo Alto, CA |
| 2024 | CrossCount | 25:15 | - | Nov 21, 2024 | ↑ | Cross Champs, Camp Mabry, Austin, TX - XC 8.0km |
| 2024 | 10000m | 28:50.90 | - | Apr 11, 2024 | ↑ | Bryan Clay Invitational |
| 2024 | Marathon | 2:17:22 | - | Nov 9, 2024 | ↑ | CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon |
| 2023 | 1500m | 3:52.55 | - | Mar 18, 2023 | ↑ | USF Bulls Invitational, University of South Florida Track & Field Stadium, Tampa, FL |
| 2023 | Mile | 4:03.32 | - | Apr 1, 2023 | ↓ | Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays presented by Truist |
| 2023 | 3000m-short-track | 8:15.82 | - | Feb 25, 2023 | ↑ | Big 12 Indoor Championships, Sports Performance Center, Lubbock, TX (i) |
| 2023 | 3000m | 8:15.82 | - | Feb 25, 2023 | ↑ | Big 12 Indoor Championships, Sports Performance Center, Lubbock, TX (i) |
| 2023 | 5000m | 13:32.23 | - | Apr 21, 2023 | ↑ | Payton Jordan Invitational |
| 2023 | 5000m-short-track | 13:46.79 | - | Feb 11, 2023 | ↑ | Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational |
| 2023 | 10000m | 28:32.53 | - | Apr 13, 2023 | ↑ | Mt. SAC Relays, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA - Elite Event |
| 2023 | CrossCount | 30:23 | - | Nov 18, 2023 | ↑ | NCAA D1 Cross Country Championships, Panorama Farms, Charlottesville, VA - XC 6.0km |
| 2022 | 3000m | 8:06.39 | - | Feb 26, 2022 | ↑ | Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (USA) (i) |
| 2022 | 5000m-short-track | 13:41.70 | - | Feb 12, 2022 | ↑ | Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i) |
| 2022 | 5000m | 13:41.70 | - | Feb 12, 2022 | ↑ | Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (USA) (i) |
| 2022 | 10000m | 28:30.93 | - | Apr 14, 2022 | ↑ | Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA (USA) |
| 2021 | 3000m | 8:13.93 | - | Apr 3, 2021 | ↑ | Mike A. Myers Stadium, Austin, TX (USA) |
| 2021 | 3000m-short-track | 8:30.20 | - | Feb 27, 2021 | ↑ | Sports Performance Center, Lubbock, TX (USA) (i) |
| 2021 | 5000m | 14:02.28 | - | Feb 13, 2021 | ↑ | Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (USA) (i) |
| 2021 | 5000m-short-track | 14:02.28 | - | Feb 13, 2021 | ↑ | Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (USA) (i) |
| 2021 | 10000m | 28:53.08 | - | May 14, 2021 | ↑ | RV Christian Track, Manhattan, KS (USA) |
| 2020 | 3000m | 8:19.32 | - | Feb 29, 2020 | ↑ | Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (USA) (i) |
| 2020 | 3000m-short-track | 8:26.69 | - | Feb 1, 2020 | ↑ | Randal Tyson Indoor Center, Fayetteville, AR (USA) (i) |
| 2020 | 5000m | 14:11.18 | - | Feb 14, 2020 | ↑ | Dempsey Indoor, Seattle, WA (USA) (i) |
| 2019 | 5000m | 14:33.48 | - | Mar 16, 2019 | ↑ | Southlake, TX (USA) |
2026
3 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10Kilometr | 29:34 | - | Jul 4 | Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race |
Marathon | 2:07:38 | - | Apr 20 | Boston Marathon |
Semi | 1:04:52 | - | Mar 15 | United Airlines NYC Half |
2025
4 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Marathon | 2:11:39 | - | Oct 12 | Bank of America Chicago Marathon |
10Kilometr | 29:35 | - | Jun 22 | B.A.A. 10K, Boston, MA |
Semi | 1:02:47 | - | Jun 1 | Bank of America Chicago 13.1, Chicago, IL |
Marathon | 2:09:38 | - | Mar 30 | McKirdy Micro - The Road to Tokyo |
2024
14 performances2023
20 performances2022
8 performances| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5000m | 14:19.12 | - | May 15 | Big 12 Conference Championships, Terry & Linda Fuller T&F Complex, Lubbock, TX |
10000m | 29:21.90 | - | May 13 | Big 12 Conference Championships, Terry & Linda Fuller T&F Complex, Lubbock, TX |
10000m | 28:30.93 | - | Apr 14 | Mt. SAC Relays, Hilmer Lodge Stadium, Walnut, CA - Invitational Events |
3000m | 8:18.94 | - | Apr 2 | Texas A&M vs Texas Dual, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX |
5000m | 14:02.95 | - | Mar 24 | Texas Relays, Mike A. Myers Stadium, Austin, TX |
3000m | 8:06.39 | - | Feb 26 | Big 12 Ch., Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (i) |
5000m | 13:46.57 | - | Feb 25 | Big 12 Ch., Lied Recreation Center, Ames, IA (i) |
5000m-short-track | 13:41.70 | - | Feb 12 | Boston University David Hemery Valentine Invitational, Boston Univ. Track & Tennis Center, Boston, MA (i) - Seeded |
2021
1 performance| Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10000m | 30:18.23 | - | May 26 | NCAA Preliminary West Round, Cushing Stadium, College Station, TX |
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Honours
No medals
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Haftu Knight's Marathon personal best?
Haftu Knight's Marathon personal best is 2:07:38, set on Apr 20, 2026 in Boston, MA (USA).
Which events does Haftu Knight compete in?
Haftu Knight competes in the Marathon and 5000 Metres Short Track.
How did Haftu Knight perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 2:07:38, set on Apr 20, 2026 in Boston, MA (USA). Last competition: Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race on Jul 4, 2026, 29:34.