Lamecha Girma

thumb|right|Lamecha Girma Lamecha Girma (born 26 November 2000) is an Ethiopian middle- and long-distance runner who holds the world record in the 3,000 metres steeplechase. Quotes It was my first race at the World Championships, so I didn’t know what to expect, had trained hard for a good result, but I didn't expect to win. On the final straight, I thought I could win the race. When I crossed the line, I thought I'd done it. But it was my first major international competition and it was a good result. I'm happy with the silver medal; I couldn't do any more than that. I am thrilled to be the first Ethiopian to win a steeplechase medal at the World Championships. My 2019 season was good, Now I am going to work very hard to be stronger and to try to win an Olympic gold for my country. Girma’s one-year journey from unknown runner to global medallist, February 10 2020 I am so happy with this result, I was talking about this world record attempt for the past three days. My brother is my coach. He told me I had it in me and of course I believed him. I felt really good in training and it was my best form ever, plus the crowd was very supportive today. The pacers and the Wavelight were perfect – it all clicked. I have raced here several times in this meeting. The atmosphere and the crowd never disappoint. I hope the record stays for a long time. Ratified: world indoor 3000m record for Girma, June 13 2023 My main goal is to figure out where I am at. It was a tough race, but it’s good to get one race in and I am very happy with it, So now I’m looking forward to defending my 1500m and 3000m titles at the European Indoors. Girma breaks world indoor 3000m record with 7:23.81 in Lievin, February 16 2023 External links Category:2000 births Category:Sportspeople from Ethiopia Category:Living people Category:Track and field athletes