Teshome Mekonen
Men's Marathon
Qualifying Time: 2:10:16
Qualifying Race: 2023 BMW Berlin Marathon
Date of Birth
08/05/95
Age on Race Day
28
Current Residence
New York
Hometown
Bizet, Tigray
Current Affiliation
ON
Marathon PB
2:10:16
First Trials qualification
Yes
Career Highlights
24th, 2023 BMW Berlin Marathon (top American0; 11th, 2016 World Athletics Half Marathon Championships; 11th, 2018 Valencia Half Marathon (1:00:02)
Greatest Accomplishment
Debuting in the half marathon at the 2014 Karlovy Vary Half Marathon in the Czech Republic. There, I was able to run 1:01:21 not only winning the race, but also setting the course record. I can still remember the joy from that race in 2014.
Interesting Story
The most challenging thing I experienced was having to take off from running during the pandemic. Being indoors 24/7, wearing the mask at all times and not training almost caused me to give up my pro running career. Coming out of that dark time and being in a position to participate in the Trials is a dream come true.
Favorite Book
Bible
Favorite Movie
Action-thriller movies
Favorite TV Show/Series
Talent shows
Favorite Song
Cultural music
Favorite Post-race Indulgence
Gifting myself something may it be a small or big item
Favorite Breakfast
Oatmeal
Favorite Motivational Quote
"A challenge can only become an obstacle when you bow down to it."
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