Ismael Kirui

Ismael Kirui

Born
Feb 20, 1975 (51 years old)
Birthplace
Kenya, Kenya
Events
10 000 m · 5000 m
Height
1.60 m
Weight
55 kg

Ismael Kirui is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Ismael Kirui established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Ismael Kirui's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Ismael Kirui's competitive achievements were highlighted by participation in world-class competitions including World Championships. These prestigious international events provided platforms to compete against the finest distance runners from around the globe. Such participation demanded exceptional preparation, peak athletic conditioning, and strategic race execution. The athlete's ability to compete effectively at championship level demonstrated their technical expertise and mental fortitude. Their performances at these elite competitions contributed significantly to their professional reputation and helped establish them as a top-tier competitor in their discipline.

Ismael Kirui's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Ismael Kirui's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Personal best · 10 000 m27:06.59
2008 season best29:37Jul 20, 2008 · London
Medals2World Championships: 2 gold
Personal best · 5000 m13:02.75

As of Oct 28, 2026: 10 000 m 27:06.59 (#123 all-time), 5000 m 13:02.75 (#208 all-time), 2008 season best 29:37 (Jul 20, 2008, London (GBR)) · World Championships: 2 gold · 51 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time
3000mBerlin 19937:39.821,178 pts–
5000mStuttgart 199313:02.751,200 pts#208
10000mBruxelles 199527:06.591,216 pts#123
SemiBreda 20061:05:46966 pts–
3000mStLa Laguna 20068:51.631,029 pts–
5KilometreCA 199513:17–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
World Championships2––2

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
200810Kilometr 29:37–Jul 20, 2008London (GBR)
200710Kilometr 29:22–Jul 10, 2007London (GBR)
2007Semi 1:07:55–Mar 24, 2007Praha (CZE)
20063000mSt 8:51.63–Jul 8, 2006La Laguna (ESP)
2006Semi 1:05:46–Oct 1, 2006Breda (NED)
200415Kilometr 44:56–Dec 5, 2004Heerenberg (NED)
20035000m 13:24.45–May 10, 2003–
20023000m 7:47.15–Aug 13, 2002–
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Ismael Kirui's 10 000 m personal best is 27:06.59, set on Aug 25, 1995 in Bruxelles (BEL), #123 on the all-time list.

Ismael Kirui competes in the 10 000 m and 5000 m.

2008 season best: 29:37, set on Jul 20, 2008 in London (GBR).

Ismael Kirui has won 2 World Championships medals.