Asmirach Nega

Asmirach Nega (born 8 June 1999) is an Ethiopian long-distance runner. She competes primarily in road running events, including the marathon and half marathon, and previously specialized in the 3000 metres steeplechase. Nega gained international attention after winning the 2024 Dublin Marathon in a course record time of 2:24:13.

Early life Asmirach Nega was born on 8 June 1999.

Major competition results Nega's key achievements include a top-eight finish at the World U20 Championships and a national title in the 3000 metres steeplechase in 2022. On the roads, she won half marathons in Lillestrøm and Korso, placed sixth in the Adizero Road to Records 10K, and claimed the 2024 Dublin Marathon in a course record time of 2:24:13.

Personal bests As of May 2025, Nega's personal best times are: 3000 metres steeplechase – 9:30.46 (Hawassa, 25 May 2022) Half Marathon – 1:11:30 (Lillestrøm, 22 April 2023) 10K Road – 33:10 (Herzogenaurach, 18 November 2023) Marathon – 2:24:13 (Dublin, 27 October 2024)