Lonah Cherono

KenyaKenyaActive
Born
Mar 9, 2009 (17 years old)
Events
3000 m · 5000 m

Lonah Cherono is a Kenya long-distance runner, born on March 9, 2009. She competes primarily in the 3000m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 9:19.78 in the 3000m and 16:48.86 in the 5000m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.

Personal best · 3000 m9:19.78
2026 season best9:14.70Apr 24, 2026
2026 season best
Personal best · 5000 m16:48.86
Last competitionKip Keino ClassicApr 24, 2026 · 9:14.70
Kip Keino Classic

As of Nov 14, 2026: 3000 m 9:19.78, 5000 m 16:48.86, 2026 season best 9:14.70 (Apr 24, 2026) · Last competition: Kip Keino Classic, Apr 24, 2026, 9:14.70 · 17 years old

Personal bests

WA points calculator →
DisciplineResultAll-time2026
3000mNairobi 2025Kenya 3000 m all-time list9:19.781,041 pts–#189
5000mNairobi 2025Kenya 5000 m all-time list16:48.86962 pts––

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20263000m 9:14.70–Apr 24, 2026Kip Keino Classic
2026CrossCount 20:20–Jan 10, 202646th World Athletics Cross Country Championships
20253000m 9:19.78–Jun 20, 2025Trials for Africa U18 & U20 Championships, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
20255000m 16:48.86–May 31, 2025Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Lonah Cherono's 3000 m personal best is 9:19.78, set on Jun 20, 2025 in Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN).

Lonah Cherono competes in the 3000 m and 5000 m.

2026 season best: 9:14.70, set on Apr 24, 2026. Last competition: Kip Keino Classic on Apr 24, 2026, 9:14.70.