Description: (Ethiopian Long-Distance Runner ana Olympic Gold Medalist)
Selemon Barega Shirtaga, an Ethiopian long-distance runner, has achieved notable success on the international scene. He won gold in the 10,000 meters at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and took silver in the 5,000 meters at the 2019 World Championships in Doha. Furthermore, he earned bronze in the 10,000 meters at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest. Barega has also performed well in indoor competitions, securing medals at the World Indoor Championships in the 3,000 meters event.