About
Haile Gebrselassie is an Ethiopian former long-distance track, road running athlete, and businessman. He is considered one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time. He won two Olympic gold medals and four World Championship titles over the 10,000 metres. Haile triumphed in the Berlin Marathon four times consecutively and also had three straight wins at the Dubai Marathon.
Career Timeline
Olympic Gold in Atlanta
Wins Olympic gold in 10,000m in Atlanta.
Second Olympic Gold
Wins second Olympic gold medal in Sydney.
Berlin Marathon Win
Wins Berlin Marathon setting a new world record.
Dubai Marathon Victory
Wins Dubai Marathon for the first time.
Retires from Competition
Retires from professional running competition.
Ethiopian Athletics President
Elected President of Ethiopian Athletics Federation.
Running Legend and Businessman
Continues his business ventures, still a running legend.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026