Mercy Chepkemoi

KenyaKenyaActive
Born
Oct 19, 2005 (21 years old)
Events
1500 m · 5000 m

Mercy Chepkemoi is a Kenya middle-distance runner, born on October 19, 2005. She competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.

Her personal bests include 4:12.60 in the 1500m, 9:10.54 in the 3000m and 15:33.29 in the 5000m. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Kenya.

Personal best · 1500 m4:12.60
2026 season best15:49.85Apr 24, 2026
Personal best · 5000 m15:33.29
Last competitionAfrican Athletics ChampionshipsMay 12, 2026 · 15:51.25

As of Nov 13, 2026: 1500 m 4:12.60, 5000 m 15:33.29, 2026 season best 15:49.85 (Apr 24, 2026) · Last competition: African Athletics Championships, May 12, 2026, 15:51.25 · 21 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time2026
1500mNairobi 2025Kenya 1500 m all-time list4:12.601,107 pts––
3000mLima 2024Kenya 3000 m all-time list9:10.541,071 pts––
5000mLima 2024Kenya 5000 m all-time list15:33.291,100 pts–#370

Progression

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
20265000m 15:49.85–Apr 24, 2026Kip Keino Classic
20251500m 4:12.60–Jun 27, 2025Kenyan Championships
20255000m 15:36.15–May 31, 2025Kip Keino Classic, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi
2025CrossCount 35:38–Feb 22, 2025Sirikwa Classic Cross Country Tour – Gold, Lobo Village, Eldoret - XC 10.0km
20243000m 9:10.54–Aug 30, 2024World Athletics U20 Championships, Estadio Atlético de la VIDENA, Lima - Combined Events
20245000m 15:33.29–Aug 27, 2024World Athletics U20 Championships, Estadio Atlético de la VIDENA, Lima - Combined Events
2024CrossCount 20:43–Mar 30, 202445th World Athletics Cross Country Championships, Park of Friendship, Beograd
20235000m 15:46.19–Jun 24, 2023Kenyan Championships
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Mercy Chepkemoi's 1500 m personal best is 4:12.60, set on Jun 27, 2025 in Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN).

Mercy Chepkemoi competes in the 1500 m and 5000 m.

2026 season best: 15:49.85, set on Apr 24, 2026. Last competition: African Athletics Championships on May 12, 2026, 15:51.25.