Sam Sombu Yeko
UgandaActive- Born
- Jan 1, 2006 (20 years old)
- Events
- 5000 m · 3000 m
Sam Sombu Yeko is a Uganda middle-distance runner, born on January 1, 2006. He competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.
His personal bests include 3:57.05 in the 1500m, 8:19.49 in the 3000m and 13:40.47 in the 5000m. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Uganda.
Personal best · 5000 m13:40.47
2026 season best13:40.47Mar 29, 2026 · Mandela National Stadium, Kampala
Personal best · 3000 m8:19.49
Last competitionKip Keino ClassicApr 24, 2026 · 14:24.66
As of Oct 28, 2026: 5000 m 13:40.47, 3000 m 8:19.49, 2026 season best 13:40.47 (Mar 29, 2026, Mandela National Stadium, Kampala (UGA)) · Last competition: Kip Keino Classic, Apr 24, 2026, 14:24.66 · 20 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5000m | 13:40.47 | – | Mar 29, 2026 | 2nd National Trial |
| 2025 | 5000m | 14:07.46 | – | May 10, 2025 | 6th National Trials, Mandela National Stadium, Kampala |
| 2024 | 1500m | 3:57.05 | – | Jun 23, 2024 | Meeting Guadalajara Atletismo Puma |
| 2024 | 3000m | 8:19.49 | – | Jun 12, 2024 | XXIII Reunion Internacional Ciudad de Guadalajara |
| 2023 | 5000m | 14:32.90 | – | Jul 1, 2023 | Ugandan Championships, Nelson Mandela Stadium, Namboole |
| 2022 | 5000m | 14:20.09 | – | Jun 24, 2022 | Ugandan Championships |