Azeddine Habz Triumphs in 3000m at 2026 Indoor French Athletics Championships

At the 2026 Indoor French Athletics Championships, 32-year-old Azeddine Habz claimed victory in the men's 3000 meters with a time of 8 minutes and 12.21 seconds. Habz increased the pace during the race, creating a gap that only Flavien Szot could challenge. Szot finished just behind Habz, taking second place with a close time of 8 minutes and 12.73 seconds. This performance highlighted Habz's endurance and tactical speed on the indoor track, securing his title definitively.

The championship showcased intense competition, with Szot nearly matching Habz’s finishing speed, trailing by only a few meters. This edition of the indoor championships continues to underline France’s depth of talent in middle-distance running. Habz's win adds a noteworthy achievement to his athletic career.

While the indoor athletics championship was the main spotlight, the upcoming French goalball championship is set to take place in Bressuire on March 7-8, featuring visually impaired athletes across five teams, showing the breadth of competitive sports in France. However, the athletics event remains central this week with significant performances like Habz’s.

Habz’s champion time and racing strategy demonstrated his readiness and form early in the season, making him a key athlete to watch in upcoming national and international competitions.