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New book on legendary athlete Haile Gebre-Selassie slated for August launch
Addis Ababa, June 7, 2025 (FMC) – A book titled ''Dissecting Haile'', which delves into the life and experiences of the renowned Ethiopian athlete Haile Gebre-Selassie, authored by his daughter Melat, is set to be released in August of this year.
During a media briefing held this morning, Melat revealed that she, along with her co-author, the…
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Trio of Ethiopian athletes eye 5000m world record in Oslo
Addis Ababa, May 26, 2025 (FMC) – Hagos Gebrhiwet, Yomif Kejelcha and Berihu Aregawi of Ethiopia are part of a star-studded field which will attack the 5000m world record at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Oslo next month.
The…
FIFA president Infantino hints at possible Cristiano Ronaldo participation in Club World Cup
Addis Ababa, May 24, 2025 (FMC) – The upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States, is already generating major anticipation. With soccer’s top clubs and players vying to compete on the global stage, speculation is…
Ethiopian Athletes Shine as Eisa and Barega Claim Dominant Victories at Great Manchester Run
Addis Ababa, May 18, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopian long-distance stars Medina Eisa and Selemon Barega delivered outstanding performances at the 2025 AJ Bell Great Manchester Run on Sunday, each claiming convincing victories in the 10km races and…
Freweyni Hailu wins 1500m at Grand Slam Track Miami, set for Sunday’s 800m showdown
Addis Ababa, May 4, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Freweyni Hailu claimed victory in the women’s 1500m at the Grand Slam Track meet in Miami on Saturday night, edging out a competitive field with a tactical finish.
Hailu, the reigning world…
Ethiopia’s Tigist Aseffa breaks women’s-only world record at London Marathon
Addis Ababa, April 27, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Tigist Assefa smashed the women-only world record by 26 seconds at the TCS London Marathon, running 2:15:50* to win the World Athletics Platinum Label road race on Sunday (27).
The Olympic…
Veteran Athlete Kenenisa Bekele Withdraws from London Marathon Due to Injury
Addis Ababa, April 22, 2025 (FMC) — Legendary Ethiopian long-distance runner Kenenisa Bekele has announced that he will not be participating in the 2025 London Marathon due to an injury sustained during his training.
The London Marathon…