Some athletes are born into greatness. Hiko ran towards it.
From Asylum Seeker to Record-Breaker
"To run this time here today, in Dublin, makes me so proud, because this country saved my life."
Hiko arrived in Ireland with nothing. No team. No coach. No resources. Just a deep well of talent and an unshakable will to prove himself.
For two years, he lived in direct provision, waiting—his future uncertain. But waiting wasn’t in his nature. Every morning, while others slept, he laced up his shoes and ran. Alone. No funding. No recognition. Just the road, the cold air, and a burning belief that he was meant for something greater.
Then, the world took notice.
Chasing Greatness Catching Records
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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.
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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.
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Won the national title in 2021.
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Claimed the national championship in 2021.
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Captured the national title in 2019.
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Competed in the men's 10,000 meters in Munich.
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Represented Ireland in Turin.
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Participated in the half marathon in Riga.
What Comes Next?
Hiko isn’t done. Not by a long shot.
Every race, every mile, every second shaved off the clock—he’s building towards something bigger. He’s not just running for himself. He’s running for a future where his name isn’t just known in Ireland, but across the world.
For sponsors, for supporters, for those who believe in raw, undeniable talent—now is the time to get behind him.
Because Hiko Tonosa doesn’t just run. He rewrites history.
