Alphonce Felix Simbu is a Tanzanian long-distance runner and one of the most consistent marathoners of his generation. Born on 14 February 1992, Simbu rose from humble beginnings in Tanzania to become a household name in world athletics.
A Career Built on Consistency
Simbu first caught global attention with a 5th-place finish in the marathon at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, followed by a bronze medal at the 2017 World Championships in London. Year after year, he delivered top finishes at major marathons around the world.
Making History for Tanzania
In September 2025, Simbu won the marathon world title at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo — Tanzania’s first-ever world championship gold — in one of the closest marathon finishes in championship history.
From Arusha to the world stage, Alphonce Simbu’s journey is proof that patience, discipline, and belief pay off.