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No other family in the world has dominated distance running like the Dibaba sisters.

The Dibaba sisters — Tirunesh, Genzebe, Ejegayehu, Anna, and Melat — have built one of the most dominant legacies in track and field history. Together, they’ve earned 4 Olympic gold medals, 2 silvers, 3 bronzes, and 15 World Championship titles, making them one of the most decorated sibling groups in global athletics.

Inspired by their cousin Derartu Tulu, a pioneer of Ethiopian distance running, the sisters rose from humble beginnings to international stardom. Their dominance across long-distance events reshaped the sport and cemented Ethiopia’s reputation as a powerhouse in distance running.

This is more than a medal count — it’s a dynasty.