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Nancy Cherop

Nancy Cherop

KENKENWomen
Birth dateApr 6, 2006
Height-
Weight-

This athlete has established themselves 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
5 Kilometres Road
14:52
1500 m
4:06.04
2026 season best
4:11.81
May 14, 2026 · Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA)
Last competition
NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
Jun 13, 2026 · 15:54.98
Age
20 years old

As of Sep 23, 2026: 5 Kilometres Road 14:52, 1500 m 4:06.04 (#640 all-time), 2026 season best 4:11.81 (May 14, 2026, Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA)) · Last competition: NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Jun 13, 2026, 15:54.98 · 20 years old

PB

Personal bests

2:05.88
Mile
4:32.92
15:21.11
4x400m
3:36.70
5Kilometre
14:52
3000m-short-track
8:51.10
mile-short-track
4:32.92
5000m-short-track
15:21.11
4x400Metre
3:36.70
DistanceMe
10:49.27

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2026
1500m
4:11.81-May 14, 2026
ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
2026
mile-short-track
4:32.92-Jan 23, 2026-Orange and Purple Invitational
2026
Mile
4:32.92-Jan 23, 2026-Orange and Purple Invitational
2026
3000m
8:51.10-Jan 30, 2026
Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic
2026
3000m-short-track
8:51.10-Jan 30, 2026-Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic
2026
DistanceMe
10:49.27-Feb 21, 2026-ASICS Last Chance Invitational
2026
5000m-short-track
15:21.11-Feb 14, 2026-Sound Invite, JDL Fast Track, Winston Salem, NC (i) - Invitational Events
2026
5000m
15:29.78-Mar 27, 2026
Raleigh Relays
2025
5Kilometre
14:52-May 3, 2025-Tokyo : Speed : Race
2025
CrossCount
35:46-Oct 25, 2025-Kenya Trials for World Cross Country Championships, Eldoret - XC 10.0km
2024
1500m
4:06.04-Jul 12, 2024
Morton Games, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin
2024
3000m
8:45.64-Jul 9, 2024
Cork City Sports, Munster Technological University Track, Cork
2023
800m
2:05.88-May 3, 2023-African U18 Championships
2023
4x400Metre
3:36.70-Aug 9, 2023-Commonwealth Youth Games
2023
4x400m
3:36.70-Aug 9, 2023-Hasely Crawford Stadium, Port-of-Spain (TTO)
2023
1500m
4:09.90-Jun 24, 2023
Kenyan Championships
2023
3000m
9:07.15-Aug 10, 2023
Commonwealth Youth Games
2023
5000m
16:12.78-May 13, 2023
Kip Keino Classic, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi
2022
1500m
4:17.41-Apr 26, 2022
Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi (KEN)
2022
3000m
8:52.86-Jul 2, 2022
Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN)
2022
5000m
16:16.97-Mar 5, 2022
Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi (KEN)

2026

25 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
15:54.98-Jun 13NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
5000m
15:54.98-Jun 10NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships
5000m
15:31.22-May 30NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
5000m
15:31.22-May 27NCAA Division I East First Rounds, Un. of Kentucky Outdoor Track Facility, Lexington, KY
1500m
4:16.58-May 16ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
5000m
15:38.48-May 16ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
5000m
15:38.48-May 14ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
1500m
4:16.58-May 14ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
1500m
4:11.81-May 14ACC Outdoor Track & Field Championships
1500m
4:12.68-Apr 17Wake Forest Invitational, Kentner Stadium Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC - Section A
1500m
4:12.68-Apr 16Wake Forest Invitational, Kentner Stadium Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC - Section A
DistanceMe
11:28.95-Apr 3Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays presented by Truist
5000m
15:29.78-Mar 27Raleigh Relays
5000m
15:29.78-Mar 26Raleigh Relays
1500m
4:12.89-Mar 21UCF Black & Gold Invite
mile-short-track
4:33.13-Feb 28ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
3000m-short-track
8:56.32-Feb 28ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
mile-short-track
4:36.16-Feb 27ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
3000m-short-track
8:56.32-Feb 26ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
mile-short-track
4:33.13-Feb 26ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
mile-short-track
4:36.16-Feb 26ACC Indoor Track & Field Championships, The Track at New Balance, Boston, MA (i)
DistanceMe
10:49.27-Feb 21ASICS Last Chance Invitational
5000m-short-track
15:21.11-Feb 14Sound Invite, JDL Fast Track, Winston Salem, NC (i) - Invitational Events
3000m-short-track
8:51.10-Jan 30Boston University John Thomas Terrier Classic
mile-short-track
4:32.92-Jan 23Orange and Purple Invitational

2025

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
CrossCount
35:46-Oct 25Kenya Trials for World Cross Country Championships, Eldoret - XC 10.0km
5Kilometre
14:52-May 3Tokyo : Speed : Race

2024

6 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1500m
4:13.96-Sep 10Ostrava Silver Spike, Mestský Stadion, Ostrava
1500m
4:06.04-Jul 12Morton Games, Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin
3000m
8:45.64-Jul 9Cork City Sports, Munster Technological University Track, Cork
1500m
4:19.67-May 22Kenyan Championships
1500m
4:12.03-May 22Kenyan Championships
1500m
4:19.67-May 21Kenyan Championships

2022

5 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
3000m
9:05.98-Aug 4World Athletics U20 Championships
1500m
4:21.11-Apr 28Kenyan Championships, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi
1500m
4:17.41-Apr 26Kenyan Championships, Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Nairobi
5000m
16:16.97-Mar 53rd Weekend Meeting, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi
1500m
4:26.55-Mar 53rd Weekend Meeting, Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi

Honours

🥉

World Athletics U20 Championships

3000 Metres

2022
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Nancy Cherop's 5 Kilometres Road personal best?

Nancy Cherop's 5 Kilometres Road personal best is 14:52, set on May 3, 2025 in Meijijingu Gaien area, Tokyo (JPN).

Which events does Nancy Cherop compete in?

Nancy Cherop competes in the 5 Kilometres Road and 1500 m.

How did Nancy Cherop perform in 2026?

2026 season best: 4:11.81, set on May 14, 2026 in Cardinal Park, Louisville, KY (USA). Last competition: NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Jun 13, 2026, 15:54.98.