Matthew Kosgei
- Born
- Mar 14, 2006 (20 years old)
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase · 5000 Metres Short Track
With a passion for running 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.
As of Nov 13, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:21.98 (#286 all-time), 5000 Metres Short Track 13:45.92, 2026 season best 8:54.2h (Apr 9, 2026, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN)) · Last competition: Trials For World Athletics Relay Championships, Apr 11, 2026, 9:08.87 · 20 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3000mSt | 8:54.2h | – | Apr 9, 2026 | Trials For World Athletics Relay Championships |
| 2025 | 1500m | 3:46.69 | – | Apr 25, 2025 | Don Kirby Tailwind Twilight |
| 2025 | Mile Indoor | 4:03.57 | – | Mar 1, 2025 | Mountain West Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | mile-short-track Indoor | 4:03.57 | – | Mar 1, 2025 | Mountain West Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | 3000m Indoor | 8:04.87 | – | Mar 1, 2025 | Mountain West Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | 3000m-short-track Indoor | 8:04.87 | – | Mar 1, 2025 | Mountain West Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field Championships |
| 2025 | 3000mSt | 8:22.13 | – | Apr 4, 2025 | Stanford Invitational, Cobb Track and Angell Field, Palo Alto, CA - Invitational Events |
| 2025 | DistanceMe Indoor | 9:31.43 | – | Feb 22, 2025 | Alex Wilson, Loftus Sports Center, Notre Dame, IN (i) |