United States

Weini Kelati Frezghi is a talented long-distance runner who has made a significant mark in American athletics. Originally from Eritrea, Kelati moved to the United States and became a citizen, representing her new country in various competitions. She excels in events such as the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters. Kelati has competed for the University of New Mexico, where she achieved multiple NCAA championships and All-American honors. Her career highlights include winning the NCAA Cross Country title and setting fast times in professional races, making her one of the most promising distance runners in the US.
Half Marathon
1:06:09
1/19/2025
Mile Road
4:28.68
12/7/2024
Road Race
23:14
11/28/2024
5000 Metres
Prefontaine Classic
14:35.43
5/25/2024
10,000 Metres
30:33.82
3/16/2024
The XXXIII Olympic Games - 10,000 Metres
30:49.98

World Athletics
2 days ago
Join us for the official live press conference of the World Athletics Cross Country Championships, featuring World Athletics President Sebastian Coe alongside Local Organising Committee Co-Chairs Amanda Heidecker and Taylor Wheaton. They will be joined by a star-studded line-up including: Paul Tergat, five-time World Cross Country champion; Jimmy Gressier, 2025 10,000 m world champion; Jess Hull, 2024 Olympic silver medallist and 2025 World bronze medallist; Weini Kelati Frezghi, USA national cross country champion; and Jacob Kiplimo, 2023 and 2024 World Cross Country champion. Subscribe to our channel - https://www.youtube.com/worldathletics ⭐️ Watch exclusive videos on Inside Track - https://worldathletics.org/videos ⭐️ ⭐️ Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/WorldAthletics ⭐️ ⭐️ Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WorldAthletics/ ⭐️ ⭐️ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/worldathletics/ ⭐️ ⭐️ Follow us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@worldathletics/ ⭐️ Make sure you subscribe for athletics highlights, interviews with the athletes, training tips and more!