Marleth Ospino: Colombia’s Rising Sprint Star

Personal Information: Marlet Ospino Ramos (born September 6, 2004) is a Colombian sprinter from Barranquilla, in the Atlántico department. At just 21 years old, she has already established herself as one of Colombia’s most promising track and field athletes.

Track and Field Achievements

National Records & Personal Bests: Marleth holds the Colombian national record in the 60 meters with a time of 7.22 seconds, set in February 2025 in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Her personal best in the 100 meters is 11.22 seconds (August 2025), and she has achieved a time of 43.55 seconds in the 4×100 meter relay (April 2025).

International Competition Success: Marleth has made her mark on the continental and international stage with impressive performances:

• Ibero-American Championships silver medallist
• World U20 Championships bronze medallist in the women’s 4 x 100 metres at the 2022 World Athletics U20
• South American U23 Championships bronze medallist
• South American champion in the 200 meters (Bucaramanga)
• Two silver medals at the Ibero-American Championships in Brazil
• Silver medal in the 200 meters and bronze medal in the 4×100 relay at the Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, Paraguay
• Silver medal in the 100 meters at the National Under-23 Championship

Current World Rankings: As of 2025, Marleth is ranked #62 in the women’s 100m and #119 in the women’s 200m globally.

2025 World Championships Qualification: Marleth earned a spot on Colombia’s team for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo through place reallocation, becoming one of 18 Colombian athletes (9 men and 9 women) representing the country. This achievement came after her strong performances at the Pan American Junior Games, which brought her close to the qualifying group.

Recognition and Awards

In December 2024, Marleth was honored as the Female Athlete of the Year by the Atlantic Sports Journalists Association (Acord Atlántico). The recognition celebrated her outstanding 2024 season, which included multiple international medals and her emergence as a leading Colombian sprinter.

Training and Support

Marleth is part of Indeportes Atlántico’s “Supported Athlete” program, which provides backing from the Atlántico department government. She currently trains abroad, though she maintains strong ties to her hometown of Barranquilla and takes pride in representing Atlántico’s colors on the international stage.

Personal Background

While specific details about Marleth’s educational background and personal interests are not widely documented in public sources, her dedication to her sport is evident in her consistent international performances and her rise through the ranks of Colombian athletics. She has expressed gratitude for the support of her family and the recognition she receives from her home region, stating that awards like the Acord Atlántico recognition are “for all of Atlántico and for Colombia.”

Future Aspirations

As a young athlete at just 21 years old, Marleth continues to improve her personal bests and expand her international competition experience. Her qualification for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo represents a significant step forward in her career, positioning her as one of Colombia’s key sprinting hopes for future Olympic Games and World Championships.

Career Specialties: 60m, 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay
Current Training Base: International (trains abroad)
Representing: Colombia, Atlántico Department

Marleth Ospino represents the new generation of Colombian track and field talent, combining natural speed with dedicated training and international experience. Her achievements at such a young age suggest a bright future ahead in sprint athletics.

Go Marleth!