Tafese Soboka
- Born
- Sep 29, 1993 (33 years old)
- Events
- 3000 m steeplechase · 3000 Metres Short Track
Tafese Seboka Jimma is a Ethiopian track and field athlete specializing in the 3000 metres steeplechase. Born on 29 September 1993, Tafese has pursued athletics at the highest competitive levels.
Tafese's career has been marked by participation in various competitions in 3000 metres steeplechase. As a representative of Ethiopian athletics, Tafese has competed against top athletes from around the world. The dedication required to compete at this level reflects years of training and personal sacrifice.
Tafese continues to be an active competitor in track and field, focusing on the 3000 metres steeplechase. Their participation in Ethiopian athletics programs helps to strengthen the competitive depth of the nation's athletic tradition. With ongoing training and competition experience, Tafese works to improve performance and achieve new personal milestones in the sport.
As of Oct 27, 2026: 3000 m steeplechase 8:13.22 (#169 all-time), 3000 Metres Short Track 7:55.80, 2025 season best 2:10:26 (Oct 26, 2025) · 33 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Marathon | 2:10:26 | – | Oct 26, 2025 | – |
| 2024 | Marathon | 2:08:50 | – | Mar 17, 2024 | – |
| 2021 | 3000mSt | 8:59.1h | – | Jan 16, 2021 | Addis Ababa (ETH) |
| 2021 | Marathon | 2:07:05 | – | Nov 7, 2021 | – |
| 2019 | 3000mSt | 8:24.80 | – | Jun 15, 2019 | P-T-S Meeting, Šamorín |
| 2018 | 1500m | 3:41.62 | – | Mar 30, 2018 | Djibouti International Meeting |
| 2018 | 3000mSt | 8:21.34 | – | Jun 1, 2018 | Montbéliard (FRA) |
| 2018 | 10Kilometr | 30:07 | – | Aug 18, 2018 | Águilas Carrera Nocturna |