Tigst finished second in the Olympic marathon with a time of 2:22:58, three seconds behind...
Tigst finished second in the Olympic marathon with a time of 2:22:58, three seconds behind winner Sifan Hassan.
About Tigst Assefa
Tigst Assefa Tessema is an Ethiopian long-distance runner renowned for her exceptional prowess in marathon running. She is the current world record holder in the women's marathon and has made significant strides in the sport since transitioning from an 800 meters specialist.
- Nationality: Ethiopia
- Born: 3 December 1996
- Marathon Wins: 4
- World Records: 2
- Olympic Medals: 1