Bernard Nganga
Kenyan steeplechase runner
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Bernard Mbuga Nganga (born 17 January 1985) is a Kenyan 3000 metre steeplechase runner and pacemaker for the Diamond League. He was the winner of the 2015 Seiko Golden Grand Prix in the steeplechase.
| Personal information | |
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| Nationality | Kenyan |
| Born | January 17, 1985[1] |
| Home town | Northern Rift Valley, Kenya[1] |
| Height | 178 cm (5 ft 10 in)[1] |
| Weight | 59 kg (130 lb)[1] |
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| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
Event | 3000 metres steeplechase |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal bests | |
Biography
Nganga competed in an era of Kenyan dominance in the steeplechase, which made it difficult for him to make World and Olympic teams.[2]
Nganga's first major competition outside of Africa was at the 2009 Ostrava Golden Spike meet, where he got 10th place in the steeplechase with an 8:22 personal best.[1]
His most notable win was at the 2015 Golden Grand Prix, where he led a Kenyan sweep of top three positions.[3]
From 2014 to 2019, Nganga was a pacemaker for major athletics meetings including those from the Diamond League.[1]
Statistics
Personal bests
| Event | Mark | Competition | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3000 metres steeplechase | 8:05.88 | ISTAF Berlin | Berlin, Germany | 11 September 2011 |