Lelisa Desisa

Lelisa Desisa is a Ethiopia long-distance runner, born on January 14, 1990 in Oromia Region, Ethiopia. He competes primarily in the 3000m, 5000m and 10000m.

His personal bests include 8:33.72 in the 3000m, 13:22.91 in the 5000m, 27:11.98 in the 10000m, 59:30 in the Semi and 2:04:45 in the Marathon. He has earned 6 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.