Abadi Hadis facts for kids
Hadis at the 2016 Olympics
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| Nationality | Ethiopian | |||||||||||||
| Born | 6 November 1997 | |||||||||||||
| Died | 4 February 2020 (aged 22) Mekelle, Ethiopia |
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| Height | 170 cm | |||||||||||||
| Weight | 63 kg | |||||||||||||
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| Sport | Athletics | |||||||||||||
| Event(s) | 3000m - half marathon | |||||||||||||
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| Personal best(s) | 3000 m – 7:39.10 (2015) 5000 m – 12:56.27 (2018) 10,000 m – 26:56.46 (2019) Half marathon – 58:44 (2018) |
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Medal record
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Abadi Hadis (born November 6, 1997 – died February 4, 2020) was a talented long-distance runner from Ethiopia. He was known for his incredible speed and endurance. Abadi competed in major events like the Olympic Games and the World Cross Country Championships.
He was one of only five men in history to achieve amazing times in three different races. These were running 5000 meters in under 13 minutes, 10,000 meters in under 27 minutes, and a half marathon in under 59 minutes.
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Who Was Abadi Hadis?
Abadi Hadis was born in Ethiopia in 1997. He became a professional athlete, focusing on long-distance running. This means he ran races that cover many kilometers. He was very good at events like the 3000m, 5000m, 10,000m, and the half marathon.
His Olympic Journey
Abadi Hadis represented Ethiopia at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He competed in the men's 10,000 meters race. This is a very long race, about 6.2 miles. He finished in 15th place, which is a great achievement at the Olympics.
Winning a World Medal
In 2017, Abadi Hadis competed in the 2017 IAAF World Cross Country Championships held in Kampala, Uganda. Cross country running is a race over open or rough terrain. He showed his strength and skill by winning a bronze medal in the senior men's 10 km race. This was a big moment in his career.
Impressive Running Times
Abadi Hadis was known for his fast times across different distances.
- His best time for 3000 meters was 7 minutes and 39.10 seconds, set in 2015.
- For 5000 meters, he ran it in 12 minutes and 56.27 seconds in 2018.
- He completed 10,000 meters in 26 minutes and 56.46 seconds in 2019.
- His half marathon best was 58 minutes and 44 seconds, achieved in 2018.
These times show how talented and dedicated he was as a runner.
His Legacy
Abadi Hadis passed away in February 2020 at the age of 22. He left behind a legacy as a remarkable athlete. His achievements inspired many young runners in Ethiopia and around the world. He is remembered for his speed, endurance, and dedication to the sport.
