Kenyan distance-running sensation Agnes Ngetich is putting together a remarkable 2026 season, strengthening her case for the World Athlete of the Year award.
Ngetich has enjoyed success across multiple disciplines, winning the World Half Marathon title after producing a stunning women-only world record. She followed that achievement by adding another major global crown at the World Cross Country Championships, underlining her versatility and consistency.
Her impressive form has also extended to the track and roads, where she has posted world-leading performances of 8:08.95 in the 3000m and 28:58 over 10km.The 2026 campaign has therefore seen Ngetich dominate across the track, roads and cross country, establishing herself as one of the leading figures in global athletics.
With multiple world titles and outstanding times to her name, the Kenyan star now has a strong case to be recognised as 2026 World Athlete of the Year. 🇰🇪👑🏆Agnes Ngetich — Kenya’s queen of distance running!
