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Melissa Kessler

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Melissa Kessler is a United States long-distance runner. She competes primarily in the 5000m, Marathon and 25Kilometr.

Her personal bests include 18:08.58 in the 5000m, 2:51:21 in the Marathon and 1:39:24 in the 25Kilometr. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.

Key facts
Marathon
2:51:21
25 Kilometres Road
1:39:24
2026 season best
2:51:21
Jan 11, 2026 · Houston, TX (USA)
2026 season best
Last competition
Chevron Houston Marathon
Jan 11, 2026 · 2:51:21
Chevron Houston Marathon

As of Sep 30, 2026: Marathon 2:51:21, 25 Kilometres Road 1:39:24, 2026 season best 2:51:21 (Jan 11, 2026, Houston, TX (USA)) · Last competition: Chevron Houston Marathon, Jan 11, 2026, 2:51:21

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
Marathon
2:51:21-Jan 11, 2026
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Chevron Houston Marathon
2025
5000m
18:08.58-Feb 14, 2025-GVSU Big Meet- Friday, GVSU Kelly Family Sports Cente, Allendale, MI (i)
2025
25Kilometr
1:39:24-May 10, 2025-Amway River Bank Run
2024
Marathon
2:57:04-Sep 29, 2024
↑
BMW Berlin Marathon, Berlin
2023
Marathon
3:03:35-Oct 8, 2023
↑
Bank of America Chicago Marathon

2026

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:51:21-Jan 11Chevron Houston Marathon

2025

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
25Kilometr
1:39:24-May 10Amway River Bank Run
5000m
18:08.58-Feb 14GVSU Big Meet- Friday, GVSU Kelly Family Sports Cente, Allendale, MI (i)

2024

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
2:57:04-Sep 29BMW Berlin Marathon, Berlin

2023

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
Marathon
3:03:35-Oct 8Bank of America Chicago Marathon

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Melissa Kessler's Marathon personal best?

Melissa Kessler's Marathon personal best is 2:51:21, set on Jan 11, 2026 in Houston, TX (USA).

Which events does Melissa Kessler compete in?

Melissa Kessler competes in the Marathon and 25 Kilometres Road.

How did Melissa Kessler perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 2:51:21, set on Jan 11, 2026 in Houston, TX (USA). Last competition: Chevron Houston Marathon on Jan 11, 2026, 2:51:21.