Sofia Assefa

Sofia Assefa is a Ethiopia long-distance runner, born on November 14, 1987 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Standing 1.71 m and weighing 52 kg, She competes primarily in the 3000m, 5000m and Marathon.

Her personal bests include 9:19.93 in the 3000m, 14:56.37 in the 5000m, 2:23:33 in the Marathon, 9:07.06 in the 3000mSt and 6:33.49 in the 2000Metres. She has earned 6 gold, 5 silver and 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. She is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.