Tariku Bekele

Tariku Bekele is a Ethiopia middle-distance runner, born on February 28, 1987 in Bekoji, Ethiopia. Standing 1.73 m and weighing 65 kg, He competes primarily in the 1500m, 3000m and 5000m.

His personal bests include 3:37.26 in the 1500m, 7:28.70 in the 3000m, 12:52.45 in the 5000m, 27:03.24 in the 10000m and 1:01:39 in the Semi. He has earned 6 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Ethiopia.