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John Gilay

John Gilay

TANTANMen
Birth dateNov 2, 1978
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John Gilay is a Tanzania long-distance runner, born on November 2, 1978. He competes primarily in the 5000m, 10000m and Semi.

His personal bests include 14:07.93 in the 5000m, 29:29.10 in the 10000m and 1:01:28 in the Semi. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Tanzania.

Key facts
Half Marathon
1:01:28
1997 season best
37:58
Mar 23, 1997
1997 season best
Last competition
25th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino
Mar 23, 1997 · 37:58
25th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino
Age
47 years old

As of Sep 13, 2026: Half Marathon 1:01:28, 1997 season best 37:58 (Mar 23, 1997) · Last competition: 25th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino, Mar 23, 1997, 37:58 · 47 years old

PB

Personal bests

14:07.93
29:29.10
1:01:28

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1997
CrossCount
37:58-Mar 23, 1997
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25th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino
1996
5000m
14:07.93-Aug 25, 1996--
1996
10000m
29:29.10-Aug 21, 1996--
1996
CrossCount
35:30-Mar 23, 1996
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1996
Semi
1:01:28-Feb 25, 1996--

1997

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
CrossCount
37:58-Mar 2325th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino

1996

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
14:07.93-Aug 25Sydney IAAF World Junior Championships, SIAC Homebush, Sydney
5000m
14:13.45-Aug 23Sydney IAAF World Junior Championships, SIAC Homebush, Sydney
10000m
29:29.10-Aug 21Sydney IAAF World Junior Championships, SIAC Homebush, Sydney
CrossCount
35:30-Mar 2324th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Stellenbosch
Semi
1:01:28-Feb 25Arusha Half Marathon, Arusha

Honours

8

Sydney IAAF World Junior Championships

5000 Metres

1996
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is John Gilay's Half Marathon personal best?

John Gilay's Half Marathon personal best is 1:01:28, set on Feb 25, 1996 in Arusha (TAN).

Which events does John Gilay compete in?

John Gilay competes in the Half Marathon.

How did John Gilay perform in 1997?

1997 season best: 37:58, set on Mar 23, 1997. Last competition: 25th IAAF World Cross Country Championships, Torino on Mar 23, 1997, 37:58.