hiko doesn’t just run,
he breaks records.
MEET hiko
Hiko’s story isn’t just about running. It’s about resilience. About defying the odds. About arriving in Ireland with nothing, spending two years in direct provision, and then carving his name into the record books.
Born in Ethiopia, forged on Ireland’s roads, Hiko is the fastest Irish marathoner in history. In 2024, he rewrote the record books with a blistering 2:09:42 at the Dublin Marathon. Three months later, he matched the Irish half marathon record—1:00:51—proving speed isn’t just a moment, it’s a mindset.
From national titles on track, road, and cross country to representing Ireland on the European stage, Hiko is relentless. His story is one of grit, discipline, and outright defiance of limits. Sponsors take note: this is an athlete who doesn’t just run—he rewrites history.
“I have to WIN for ireland”
Hiko spoke with RTE back in 2021 about his journey, dreams and ambitions, he has since shattered multiple Irish running records.
NATIONAL RECORDS
MARATHON
2:09:42
On October 27, 2024, during the Dublin Marathon, Tonosa set a new Irish national record with a time of 2:09:42, surpassing the previous record held by Stephen Scullion.
HALF MARATHON
1:00:51
On January 26, 2025, in Seville, he equaled the Irish half marathon record by completing the race in 1:00:51, matching the time set by Efrem Gidey.
NATIONAL TITLES
MARATHON
Secured the national marathon title in 2024 with his record-breaking performance in Dublin.
10 km Road Race
Captured the national title in 2019.
10,000 Meters
Won the national title in 2021.
INTERNATIONAL
COMPETITIONS
2022 European Championships
Competed in the men's 10,000 meters in Munich.
2022 European Cross Country Championships
Represented Ireland in Turin.
2023 World Athletics Road Running Championships
Competed in the men's 10,000 meters in Munich.
Partner
With Hiko
A sponsorship with Hiko isn’t just about slapping a logo on a singlet. It’s about aligning with a story that inspires. It’s about backing an athlete who has fought harder than most to stand where he is. It’s about attaching your brand to triumph.
The brands that recognize this early will reap the rewards.
