Agnes Jebet Ngetich Runs 14:01.29 in 5000m – Becomes Third-Fastest Woman

Kenya’s Agnes Jebet Ngetich delivered a stunning performance at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon, clocking a breathtaking 14:01.29 in the women’s 5000m final. Her effort not only secured her second place behind world record-breaker Beatrice Chebet but also made her the third-fastest woman in history over the distance.

📊 Race Highlights – Women’s 5000m (Diamond League Eugene)

The race was set up at a blistering world record pace from the very start, with Chebet, Tsegay, and Ngetich breaking away early. Ngetich remained composed and competitive, sticking with the front pack through each surge.

As Gudaf Tsegay began to fade in the final lap, Ngetich powered through, overtaking the former world record holder and crossing the line in 14:01.29 — a new personal best and the fastest time ever by a runner who didn’t win the race.

🥇 Final Top 3 Results:

• Beatrice Chebet (KEN) – 13:58.06 (World Record)

• Agnes Jebet Ngetich (KEN) – 14:01.29 (Personal Best, 3rd All-Time)

• Gudaf Tsegay (ETH) – 14:04.41

✨ What This Means for Agnes Ngetich

Agnes Ngetich’s performance is a career-defining breakthrough. The world cross-country bronze medalist proved she’s more than ready for the global track stage, now positioned as one of Kenya’s most dangerous distance runners heading into the Paris 2025 World Championships.

“It’s a huge milestone for me. I’ve been training for a moment like this. Finishing just behind a world record and ahead of legends — it means everything,” said Ngetich.

This 14:01.29 marks a significant improvement from her previous best and firmly places her in the all-time greats list — behind only Beatrice Chebet and Gudaf Tsegay.

🇰🇪 Kenyan Clean Sweep on the Global Stage

Agnes Ngetich’s second-place finish added to Kenya’s dominance at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic, where:

• Faith Kipyegon broke the 1500m world record (3:48.68)

• Beatrice Chebet shattered the 5000m world record (13:58.06)

• Faith Cherotich clocked 8:48.71 PB in the steeplechase

• Kenyan athletes swept podiums and set personal records

🏆 Agnes Ngetich – Fastest 5000m Times in History

1. Beatrice Chebet – 13:58.06 (2025, Eugene)

2. Gudaf Tsegay – 14:00.21 (2023, Eugene)

3. Agnes Jebet Ngetich – 14:01.29 (2025, Eugene)

Ngetich now stands among the greatest 5000m runners of all time, with her name etched alongside legends in world athletics history.