Mekides Abebe
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Mekides Abebe is a rising star in Ethiopian track and field, specializing in distance events such as the 3000 metres and steeplechase. Born on January 29, 2001, she has already made a name for herself with impressive personal bests, including 8:36.31 in the 3000 metres and 6:26.86 in the 2000 metres steeplechase.
World Championship Medals
Bronze1
Personal Bests
5 Kilometres Road
14:35
3/19/2023
3000 Metres Steeplechase
World Athletics Championships, Oregon 2022
8:56.08
7/20/2022
3000 Metres
New Balance Indoor Grand Prix
8:36.31
2/6/2022
2000 Metres Steeplechase
6:26.86
7/27/2018
Major Championships
The XXXII Olympic Games - 3000 Metres Steeplechase
9:06.16