Overview

• The Ethiopian runner fell ill during a training session near Addis Ababa on September 25 and died at a local hospital, according to organizers.
• She won this year’s Stockholm Marathon in May, a highlight in a strong season that elevated her international standing.
• Her résumé lists 12 victories in 27 marathons with wins in Turkey, Chile, Spain and across Mexico.
• She lived and trained in New York and Mexico before returning to Ethiopia earlier in 2025 to prepare for competition.
• Race officials confirmed her age as 30 and said no cause of death has been determined as tributes continue from athletics groups.