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Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang

Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang

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Birth dateNov 16, 1995
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A dedicated professional in track and field with a focus on excellence. As a registered World Athletics competitor, they have participated consistently in track and field events across national and international competitions. Their dedication to the sport reflects a genuine passion for athletic achievement and personal improvement. Through years of training and competition, they have developed the skills and mental toughness necessary to compete at elite levels. Their involvement in various meets has provided valuable experience against strong international opposition.

Their athletic journey has been marked by steady development and a commitment to pushing their personal limits. Each competition serves as an opportunity to refine technique and build strength in their chosen disciplines. Their performances demonstrate the result of dedicated training and an unwavering focus on becoming a better athlete. The competitive experiences they have gained have shaped them into a capable and determined competitor.

Looking forward, this athlete continues to work toward achieving new personal bests and representing their country with pride. Their ongoing commitment to athletics extends beyond individual success, as they contribute to their community and inspire others through their dedication. With rigorous training and a strategic approach to competition, they pursue their goals while maintaining the discipline and passion that define elite athletic performance.

Key facts
3000 m
7:27.58
5000 m
12:58.61
2026 season best
7:27.58
May 16, 2026 · China Textile City Sports Centre, Shaoxing/Keqiao (CHN)
Last competition
Athletissima Lausanne
Aug 20, 2026 · 13:40.32
Age
30 years old

As of Sep 17, 2026: 3000 m 7:27.58, 5000 m 12:58.61 (#132 all-time), 2026 season best 7:27.58 (May 16, 2026, China Textile City Sports Centre, Shaoxing/Keqiao (CHN)) · Last competition: Athletissima Lausanne, Aug 20, 2026, 13:40.32 · 30 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
1500m
3:36.27-Apr 24, 2026
Kip Keino Classic
2026
3000m
7:27.58-May 16, 2026
Wanda Diamond League
2026
5000m
12:58.95-Jun 28, 2026
Meeting de Paris, Stade Charléty, Paris - Diamond Discipline
2025
1500m
3:35.87=-May 31, 2025
Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
2025
1500m-short-track
3:38.54-Jan 29, 2025-Belgrade Indoor Meeting, Atletska dvorana, Beograd (i) - Indoor Meeting
2025
3000m
7:33.23-Aug 12, 2025
Gyulai István Memorial - Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix, Nemzeti Atlétikai Központ, Budapest
2025
3000m-short-track
7:38.00-Feb 7, 2025-INIT Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe, Europahalle, Karlsruhe (i) - World Athletics Indoor Tour
2025
5000m
12:58.61-Aug 9, 2025
IFAM Oordegem, Putbosstadion, Oordegem - Pre-Programme
2025
5Kilometre
13:08-Dec 13, 2025-Al Sharqiyah International Race - 5KM
2025
CrossCount
20:05-Nov 23, 2025
Cross Internacional de Atapuerca, Centro de Arqueologia Experimental, Atapuerca - XC 6.821km
2025
10000m
29:54.31-Jul 5, 2025-Prefontaine Classic, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR - Diamond Discipline
2024
1000m
2:18.86-Jul 6, 2024-FAST5000
2024
1500m
3:35.87-May 17, 2024
Meeting Jaén Paraiso Interior 2024, Polideportivo Municipal, Andújar
2024
CrossCount
5:49-Mar 2, 2024
Kenyan Cross Country Championships, Prison Staff Training College, Ruiru - XC 2.0km
2024
5000m
13:39.12-May 19, 2024
Míting Internacional Ciutat de Barcelona, Estadi Joan Serrahima, Barcelona
2023
1500m
3:40.46-May 26, 2023
Kenya Defence Forces Championships
2023
Mile
3:56.71-Apr 24, 2023
Cape Milers Club/Endurocad Middle distance invitational 3
2022
1500m
3:38.58-Apr 28, 2022
Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi (KEN)
2022
Mile
3:59.02-Jun 1, 2022
Green Point Stadium, Cape Town (RSA)
2021
800m
1:47.60-Feb 6, 2021-Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN)
2021
1500m
3:40.18-May 28, 2021
Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN)
2020
1500m
3:51.1h-Mar 5, 2020
Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi (KEN)
2019
1500m
3:40.45-Jul 3, 2019
Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi (KEN)
2016
1500m
3:52.0h-Feb 26, 2016
Mumias (KEN)

2025

29 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5Kilometre
13:08-Dec 13Al Sharqiyah International Race - 5KM
CrossCount
20:05-Nov 23Cross Internacional de Atapuerca, Centro de Arqueologia Experimental, Atapuerca - XC 6.821km
CrossCount
23:10-Nov 16XXXI Campo a Traves Internacional de Soria, Soria - XC 8.0km
CrossCount
28:14-Nov 8Cardiff Cross Challenge, Llandaff Fields, Cardiff - XC 6.4km
CrossCount
31:17-Oct 25Kenya Trials for World Cross Country Championships, Eldoret - XC 10.0km
5000m
13:03.67-Sep 21World Athletics Championships, Tokyo 2025, National Stadium, Tokyo
5000m
13:13.33-Sep 19World Athletics Championships, Tokyo 2025, National Stadium, Tokyo
5000m
13:13.33-Sep 15World Athletics Championships, Tokyo 2025, National Stadium, Tokyo
5000m
13:03.67-Sep 15World Athletics Championships, Tokyo 2025, National Stadium, Tokyo
3000m
7:33.23-Aug 12Gyulai István Memorial - Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix, Nemzeti Atlétikai Központ, Budapest
5000m
12:58.61-Aug 9IFAM Oordegem, Putbosstadion, Oordegem - Pre-Programme
5000m
13:38.87-Jul 22Trials for World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025
10000m
29:54.31-Jul 5Prefontaine Classic, Hayward Field, Eugene, OR - Diamond Discipline
1500m
3:51.67-Jun 27Kenyan Championships
1500m
3:51.67-Jun 26Kenyan Championships
5000m
13:22.91-Jun 21Gold Gala Fernanda Ribeiro
1500m
3:39.32-Jun 18XXIV Reunion Internacional Ciudad de Guadalajara, Pista atletismo Fuente de la Niña, Guadalajara
1500m
3:42.71-Jun 13Kenya Defecnce Forces Track and Field Championships
1500m
3:35.87-May 31Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
1500m
3:38.18-May 25IFAM Outdoor, Boudewijnstadion, Bruxelles
5000m
13:19.61-May 25IFAM Outdoor, Boudewijnstadion, Bruxelles
5000m
13:19.61-May 24IFAM Outdoor, Boudewijnstadion, Bruxelles
5000m
13:20.51-May 17Spåret 5000m
5Kilometre
13:47-Feb 225K Breakfast Run Zurich Maratón Sevilla
3000m-short-track
7:43.95-Feb 15Meeting Indoor de Lyon, Halle Stéphane Diagana, Lyon (i)
3000m-short-track
7:38.00-Feb 7INIT Indoor Meeting Karlsruhe, Europahalle, Karlsruhe (i) - World Athletics Indoor Tour
3000m-short-track
7:50.97-Feb 2Meeting de L'Eure, Stade couvert Jesse Owens, Val-de-Reuil (i)
1500m-short-track
3:38.54-Jan 29Belgrade Indoor Meeting, Atletska dvorana, Beograd (i) - Indoor Meeting
3000m-short-track
7:40.29-Jan 19CMCM Luxembourg Indoor Meeting

2024

14 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
CrossCount
23:38-Nov 24Cross Internacional de Alcobendas - Comunidad de Madrid, Parque Andalucia Alcobendas, Alcobendas - XC 8.04km
CrossCount
27:45-Nov 1792nd Cinque Mulini, San Vittore Olona - XC 10.2km
CrossCount
23:31-Nov 10XXX Campo a Través Internacional de Soria, Monte Valonsadero, Soria - XC 8.0km
CrossCount
25:46-Oct 27Cross Internacional de Atapuerca, Centro de Arqueologia Experimental, Atapuerca - XC 9.0km
CrossCount
26:07-Oct 2070º Cross Internacional Zornotza, Amorebieta-Etxano - XC 8.7km
1500m
3:38.68-Jul 21CAS Meeting International
1500m
3:36.15-Jul 16Spitzen Leichtathletik Luzern, Stadion Allmend, Luzern - Pre-Programme
1000m
2:18.86-Jul 6FAST5000
1500m
3:38.42-Jun 15National Trials for the XXXIII Olympics Games, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
1500m
3:38.42-Jun 14National Trials for the XXXIII Olympics Games, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
1500m
3:38.20-Jun 3Josef Odlozil Memorial, Stadion Juliska, Praha
1500m
3:36.82-May 25Andorran Championships, Estadi Municipal, Mataró
1500m
3:36.00-May 22Desafio Nerja, Estadio Enrique Lopez Cuenca, Nerja
5000m
13:39.12-May 19Míting Internacional Ciutat de Barcelona, Estadi Joan Serrahima, Barcelona
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Honours

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Kenyan Championships Cum Trials for Commonwealth Games

5000 Metres

2026
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang's 3000 m personal best?

Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang's 3000 m personal best is 7:27.58, set on May 16, 2026 in China Textile City Sports Centre, Shaoxing/Keqiao (CHN).

Which events does Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang compete in?

Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang competes in the 3000 m and 5000 m.

How did Mathew Kipchumba Kipsang perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 7:27.58, set on May 16, 2026 in China Textile City Sports Centre, Shaoxing/Keqiao (CHN). Last competition: Athletissima Lausanne on Aug 20, 2026, 13:40.32.