Samuel Chelanga

Photo: Alun Thomas—Public domain

Samuel Chelanga

KenyaKenyaActive
Born
Feb 23, 1985 (41 years old)
Birthplace
Baringo County, Kenya
Events
5000 Metres Short Track · 10 000 m

Samuel Chelanga is a renowned track and field athlete who devoted their career to competitive athletics. With years of dedicated training and consistent performances, Samuel Chelanga established themselves as a respected competitor at both national and international levels. The athlete demonstrated exceptional technical skills and maintained high standards of performance across multiple seasons. Their commitment to excellence and improvement drove them to pursue personal records and competitive success. Samuel Chelanga's career exemplified the dedication required to compete at elite levels of track and field athletics.

Throughout their competitive career, Samuel Chelanga participated in numerous prestigious athletic competitions at various levels of competition. These events provided opportunities to test their abilities against quality opponents and pursue personal records and season bests. Consistent participation in high-level competitions allowed Samuel Chelanga to continuously improve their athletic performances and gain valuable international experience. Their competitive record demonstrates sustained excellence across multiple seasons and competitions. The athlete's achievements in competition solidified their reputation as a serious and accomplished track and field competitor.

Samuel Chelanga's personal records and best performances remain testament to their athletic abilities and years of rigorous training. These achievements represent the peak of their competitive career and demonstrate their natural talent combined with dedicated preparation. The athlete's performances contributed to the advancement of their sport and helped establish competitive standards within their discipline. After retirement from elite competition, Samuel Chelanga's legacy continued to inspire emerging athletes pursuing careers in track and field. Their dedication to athletic excellence serves as an enduring example of the commitment required to achieve success at the highest levels of international competition.

Personal best · 5000 Metres Short Track13:04.35
2026 season best29:52Jul 4, 2026
Personal best · 10 000 m27:08.39
Last competitionTCS New York City Marathon, New York, NYNov 1, 2026 · 2:17:10

As of Nov 3, 2026: 5000 Metres Short Track 13:04.35, 10 000 m 27:08.39 (#136 all-time), 2026 season best 29:52 (Jul 4, 2026) · Last competition: TCS New York City Marathon, New York, NY, Nov 1, 2026, 2:17:10 · 41 years old

DisciplineResultAll-time2026
1500mOR 20123:46.721,019 pts––
MileMA 20144:02.901,040 pts––
3000mIndoorMA 20147:45.211,169 pts––
5000mOR 201213:09.671,175 pts#248–
5000mIndoorMA 201413:04.351,247 pts––
10000mCA 201027:08.391,213 pts#136–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
202610Kilometr 29:52–Jul 4, 2026Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race
2026Semi 1:02:49–Mar 1, 2026Publix Atlanta Half Marathon
202625Kilometr 1:15:00–May 9, 2026USATF 25 km Championships
2026Marathon 2:14:59–Apr 20, 2026Boston Marathon
20258Kilometre 23:52–Jul 19, 2025Crazy 8s 8K Run
2025CrossCount 31:26–Dec 6, 2025USATF Cross Country Championships, Portland, OR - XC 10.0km
202515Kilometr 46:39–Jul 13, 2025Boilermaker Road Race
202510MilesRoa 47:49–Apr 6, 2025USA 10 Mile Road Running Championships
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Samuel Chelanga's 5000 Metres Short Track personal best is 13:04.35, set on Jan 16, 2014.

Samuel Chelanga competes in the 5000 Metres Short Track and 10 000 m.

2026 season best: 29:52, set on Jul 4, 2026. Last competition: TCS New York City Marathon, New York, NY on Nov 1, 2026, 2:17:10.