Is Haile Gebrselassie A-List?
No — Haile Gebrselassie is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2000
Second Olympic Gold
Lost A-list status in 2010
Dropped to B tier — Retires from Competition
Ranking 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.
Last updated: February 25, 2026