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Vincent Kibet Yegon

Vincent Kibet Yegon

KENKENMen
Birth dateDec 5, 2000
BirthplaceBomet County, Kenya
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Weight-

Known for their commitment to athletics 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
10 000 m
27:24.42
5000 m
13:13.22
2025 season best
13:22.22
Jun 1, 2025 · NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN)
Last competition
15th NITTAIDAI Challenge Games
Jun 1, 2025 · 13:22.22
Age
25 years old

As of Sep 18, 2026: 10 000 m 27:24.42 (#280 all-time), 5000 m 13:13.22 (#524 all-time), 2025 season best 13:22.22 (Jun 1, 2025, NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN)) · Last competition: 15th NITTAIDAI Challenge Games, Jun 1, 2025, 13:22.22 · 25 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
2025
5000m
13:22.22-Jun 1, 2025
15th NITTAIDAI Challenge Games
2025
Semi
1:00:39-Feb 1, 2025
Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon, Ras Al Khaimah
2024
5000m
13:26.05-May 4, 2024
35th Golden Games in Nobeoka
2024
10Kilometr
28:05-Dec 1, 2024
Kumamoto Kosa 10 mile Road Race
2024
10000m
28:12.32-Apr 13, 2024
32nd Kanakuri Memorial Middle and Long Distance Invitational Meet, Egao Kenko Stadium, Kumamoto
2024
Semi
1:00:50-Oct 20, 2024
Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon
2023
5000m
13:13.22-May 4, 2023
34th Golden Games
2023
10000m
27:34.32-Nov 25, 2023
Hachioji Long Distance
2023
10Kilometr
28:26-Mar 26, 2023
Adidas Tokyo City Race
2022
5000m
13:21.02-Apr 9, 2022
Egao Kenko Stadium, Kumamoto (JPN)
2022
Semi
1:01:18-Mar 6, 2022
Harmonie Mutuelle Semi de Paris, Paris
2021
5000m
13:15.15-May 9, 2021
NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN)
2021
10000m
27:24.42-Dec 4, 2021
NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN)
2020
5000m
13:20.39-Jul 15, 2020
Athletic Track, Abashiri (JPN)
2020
10000m
27:38.48-Nov 21, 2020
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2019
5000m
13:28.17-Jul 13, 2019
Shibetsu (JPN)
2019
10000m
27:47.76-Nov 23, 2019
Hosei University Stadium, Machida (JPN)
2019
Semi
1:02:23-Oct 26, 2019
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2018
5000m
13:34.20-Jun 11, 2018
Nairobi (KEN)
2018
10Kilometr
28:11-Nov 11, 2018
Agadir (MAR)

2025

4 performances

2024

4 performances

2022

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
5000m
13:25.68-Sep 18298th Nippon Sport Science University Long Distance Competition, NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama
5000m
13:21.02-Apr 930th Kanakuri Memorial Distance, Egao Kenko Stadium, Kumamoto
Semi
1:01:18-Mar 6Harmonie Mutuelle Semi de Paris, Paris

2021

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
10000m
27:24.42-Dec 4293th Nippon Sport Science University Long Distance Competition, NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama
10000m
27:50.66-Jul 7Hokuren Distance Challenge, Athletics Stadium, Fukagawa
10000m
27:50.65-Jun 1953rd All Japan University Ekiden Kanto Selection Meeting, Gion Stadium, Sagamihara
5000m
13:42.54-May 23100th Kanto University Championships, Gion Stadium, Sagamihara - Division 2
10000m
27:30.24-May 20100th Kanto University Championships, Gion Stadium, Sagamihara - Division 2
5000m
13:15.15-May 9287th Nippon Sport Science University Long Distance Competition, NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama
5000m
13:31.32-Apr 1029th Kanakuri Memorial Meet
5000m
13:45.01-Mar 28200th Tokai University Long Distance Competition, Athletics Stadium, Hadano

2020

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
10000m
27:38.48-Nov 2184th Heisei Kokusai University Long Distance Competition, Athletics Stadium, Konosu
5000m
13:20.39-Jul 15Hokuren Distance Challenge, Athletic Track, Abashiri

2019

8 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
10000m
27:47.76-Nov 23Hachioji Long Distance Meet, Hosei University Stadium, Machida
Semi
1:02:23-Oct 26Half Marathon, Tachikawa
5000m
13:35.75-Sep 1488th Japan National Collegiate Championships, Nagaragawa Stadium, Gifu
5000m
13:35.75-Sep 1288th Japan National Collegiate Championships, Nagaragawa Stadium, Gifu
5000m
13:28.17-Jul 13Hokuren Distance Challenge, Shibetsu
10000m
28:04.55-Jun 23Kanto District Trial Race for the 51st All Japan Universities Ekiden, Sagamihara
5000m
13:45.20-May 26Kanto District Collegiate Championships, Sagamihara - Division 2
5000m
13:30.51-Apr 1428th Kanakuri Memorial Meet, Kumamoto

2018

3 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
10Kilometr
28:11-Nov 11Agadir 10 km, Agadir
5000m
13:48.43-Jun 11Nairobi Kenya World U20 Trials, Nairobi
5000m
13:34.20-Jun 11Nairobi Kenya World U20 Trials, Nairobi

Honours

No medals

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Vincent Kibet Yegon's 10 000 m personal best?

Vincent Kibet Yegon's 10 000 m personal best is 27:24.42, set on Dec 4, 2021 in NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN), #280 on the all-time list.

Which events does Vincent Kibet Yegon compete in?

Vincent Kibet Yegon competes in the 10 000 m and 5000 m.

How did Vincent Kibet Yegon perform in 2025?

2025 season best: 13:22.22, set on Jun 1, 2025 in NITTAIDAI Athletic Stadium, Yokohama (JPN). Last competition: 15th NITTAIDAI Challenge Games on Jun 1, 2025, 13:22.22.