Agnes Jebet Ngetich

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Records

Agnes Jebet Ngetich has achieved remarkable success at just 25 years old. She holds the world record for the road 10 km, a feat that places her among the all-time greats of distance running. Her victory at the 2026 World Cross Country Championships was historic, as she won by a commanding 42 seconds and helped Kenya secure its tenth consecutive team title. She also owns the second-fastest half marathon time in history, a testament to her versatility across distances.

AwardsAgnes Jebet Ngetich has won multiple major titles in her young career. She claimed the gold medal in the senior women's race at the 2026 World Cross Country Championships, adding to her bronze from 2023 and team golds in 2023 and 2024. She also holds world records for the 10 km and 5 km road distances, achievements that stand as the pinnacle of her sport.

Records & Feats

World Record for 10 km Road

World Record·2024

Ran 28:46 in Valencia, becoming the first woman to break 29 minutes for the distance.

World Record for 5 km Road (en route)

World Record·2024

Split 14:13 at the halfway point of her 10 km record, breaking the previous 5 km world record.

Second-Fastest Half Marathon in History

Career Milestone·2024

Ran 1:03:04, the second-fastest time ever recorded.