Alice Chemtai

"Run hard, dream fearless"

Biography

Born on 17 June 1998 in Villers-Semeuse (Ardennes), Méline Rollin is a French distance runner who has moved from track to the roads and the marathon. A maths student, she has progressed step by step, breaking the French marathon record in Seville in 2:24:12 (2024) and securing her place for Paris 2024. French 10K champion, she now races in KIPRUN colours.

Discipline

Cross Country / Road

Race distances

5K / 10K

Nationality

🇰🇪 Kenya

Date of birth

3 August 2005

Hometown

Iten

With KIPRUN since

2024

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Key highlights

10K breakthrough (Valencia, January 2025: 30:47)

She clocked 30:47 at the Valencia 10K, one of the fastest road races in the world.

5K road benchmark (Lille, March 2025: 15:09)

In Lille, she backed it up with 15:09 over 5K on the roads.

Joining La 42 House (Iten, 2024)

She joined KIPRUN’s training environment in Iten, a key step in building towards the top level.

Latest results

Valencia 10K (12 Jan): 30:47; Lille 5K (16 Mar): 15:09.

Great Chepsaita Cross Country (U20, 6km): 4th in 21:59; 4th AK/Betika Cross Country Weekend Series (Bomet): 2nd in 21:50.8.

Kenya Secondary Schools Cross Country Championships (6km): 1st in 21:12.7.

Off the track, Alice is based in Iten, Kenya, developing within KIPRUN’s training environment at La 42 House. Coming from a school cross-country background, she built her foundations through strength and consistency before making an early impact on the roads in 2025 with strong 10K and 5K performances. Alongside KIPRUN, she keeps moving forward with the same goal: improve fast, step by step, and turn potential into performance.

Alice's gears

KIPRUN KD900X LD+ Women's Running Shoes with carbon plate - Light pink
Ready to push away your limits?These record-breaking shoes are just what you need!Take inspiration from Méline Rollin, who set a record for France at the Seville Marathon with a time of 2h24'12''!
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Women's KIPRUN Run 900 Light Replika OBVIOUS running tank top - Beige
With optimal perspiration management, a lightweight fabric and a feminine touch thanks to its open back design, this perforated tank top is perfect for staying cool and pushing your limits!
KIPRUN KD900.2 Women's running shoes - White/Yellow
The KIPRUN KD900.2: Your ultimate partner for intense training, supporting you with their cushioning and VFOAM PLUS technology.Are you ready to turn every day into a victory?
Women's versatile road running shoes, KIPRUN KIPCORE PREMIUM, Blue/Pink
Thanks to its responsive cushioning, experience new sensations with the KIPCORE PREMIUM running shoe and you'll escape to another place with your performance on the road.
KIPRUN XTECHNO run900 X running socks white/green
Designed in collaboration with X-TECHNOLOGIES, these running socks will appeal to the most demanding runners.
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Unisex Running Hat Black
Comfortable, soft, and lightweight, this cosy running hat will keep you warm on your winter runs. Combining practicality and style, you can also wear it under your triathlon helmet in cold weather.
Women's Running Warm Jacket KIPRUN Run 900 Warm Regul-Black
The essence of versatility!The technical component makes this jacket both warm and breathable, as well as insulating, and the windproof and water-repellent qualities mean you're ready for anything.
Running Belt Black
What can you carry with this running belt? You can access two 250 ml flasks and 6 gels in a matter of seconds. Your belt will be so well supported on the hips you will forget you're wearing it!
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KIPRUN SKINCARE WOMEN'S LONG-SLEEVED SEAMLESS RUNNING T-SHIRT - BLACK
Looking for protection against the cold in winter? The warm and breathable fabric of this long-sleeved t-shirt provides optimal comfort when running in temperatures under 10°C.