Sylvia Jebiwott Kibet (born 28 March, 1984) is a Kenyan professional long-distance runner.
She was the silver medallist in the 5000 metres at the World Championships in Athletics in both 2009 and 2011.
She also won medals over the distance at the 2006 African Championships in Athletics, the 2007 All-Africa Games and 2010 Commonwealth Games. She has narrowly missed out on medals at major championships on a number of occasions, having finished fourth at the 2007 World Championships, 2008 Beijing Olympics and twice over 3000 metres at the IAAF World Indoor Championships (in 2008 and 2010).
Olympic Games: 1 bronze · World Championships: 2 silver
Age
42 years old
As of Sep 17, 2026: 5000 m 14:31.91 (#63 all-time), 10 000 m 30:47.20 (#112 all-time), 2026 season best 18:11.48 (May 27, 2026, Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN)) · Last competition: Athletics Kenya National Police Service Track and Field Championships, May 27, 2026, 18:11.48 · Olympic Games: 1 bronze · World Championships: 2 silver · 42 years old
What is Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet's 5000 m personal best?
Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet's 5000 m personal best is 14:31.91, set on May 23, 2010 in Shanghai Stadium, Shanghai (CHN), #63 on the all-time list.
Which events does Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet compete in?
Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet competes in the 5000 m and 10 000 m.
How did Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet perform in 2026?
2026 season best: 18:11.48, set on May 27, 2026 in Ulinzi Sports Complex, Langata, Nairobi (KEN). Last competition: Athletics Kenya National Police Service Track and Field Championships on May 27, 2026, 18:11.48.
How many medals has Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet won?
Sylvia Jebiwot Kibet has won 1 Olympic Games medal and 2 World Championships medals.
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