Ethiopian · Bekoji, Ethiopia · Born 13 August 1997Ethiopian middle-distance runner who holds the indoor mile world record and has won multiple world championship medals in 1500m and 3000m events.
Yomif Kejelcha is an Ethiopian distance runner who holds the indoor world record for the mile and has been one of the most competitive distance runners at the elite level. His sharp track speed combined with exceptional endurance make him equally dangerous in the 5,000m and 10,000m. A consistent medallist at world championships, Kejelcha is one of Ethiopia's finest distance runners. Kejelcha's indoor mile world record and multiple global medals across the 3,000m and 1,500m established him as one of Ethiopia's most versatile distance runners, equally dangerous on the track from middle to long distances.
World record holder in indoor mile (3:47.01) and multiple world championship medals
How They Played
Tactical runner with strong finishing kick and ability to excel in both 1500m and 3000m events
Lasting Impact
One of Ethiopia's premier middle-distance runners of the 2020s
Career Honours
- World Indoor Championship 3000m Gold 2018
- World Indoor Championship 3000m Gold 2022
- World Championship 1500m Bronze 2022
- World Indoor Mile Record 2019
Ethiopian Athletes