Ditaji Kambundji
Portrait of Ditaji Kambundji
Swiss Athletics – sprint
Youth and Family
Born on May 20, 2002 in Bern, Ditaji Kambundji grew up in a family passionate about sports. Her father is from Congo and her mother is Swiss. She is the youngest of four daughters, the most famous of whom is Mujinga Kambundji, a world-class sprinter. Watching her older sister perform at the highest level fueled her inspiration and strengthened her desire to take up athletics herself.
The champion's Instagram
Ditaji Kambundji @ditaji.k
komi.io social account: https://ditajikambundji.komi.io/
The gifted sprinter over hurdles has 13 sponsors on her Komi profile. The "ON" shoes dear to our Roger Federer became a businessman, but also UBS, the famous Swiss bank, and Breitling watches. The rest are insurance companies or food brands such as: Adelbodner, Andros, Powerbar. Automobiles: Peugeot...
Specialty and career
Ditaji focused on hurdles early on. She has now established herself as a specialist in the 100-meter hurdles outdoors and the 60-meter hurdles indoors. After being coached by Adrian Rothenbühler, she now continues her career under the guidance of Florian Clivaz.
With steady progress, she has been able to transform her talent into concrete results on the international scene.
Awards of Ditaji Kambundji until September 2025
- 2025 World Champion in the 100m hurdles in Tokyo, with an exceptional time of 12''24, a new Swiss record.
- 2025 European Indoor Champion in the 60m hurdles in Apeldoorn, setting a new European record.
- 2025 Indoor World Vice-Champion in Nanking in the 60m hurdles.
- Bronze medalist at the 2022 European Championships in Munich in the 100m hurdles.
- Bronze medalist at the 2023 European Indoor Championships in Istanbul in the 60m hurdles.
- U23 European Champion in 2023 in Espoo.
- U20 European Champion in 2021 in Tallinn.
- Multiple Swiss champion, both outdoors and indoors.
His personal records are impressive: 12''24 in the 100m hurdles (national record) and 7''67 in the 60m hurdles (European record).
The top race of his career published on his account and by the official Worldathletics account
Personal life and character
Ditaji is described as cheerful, persistent, and humble. She grew up in a caring family atmosphere where sports played an important role. An admirer of her sisters, she always drew motivation from their success, never letting herself be overwhelmed by comparison.
Outside of athletics, she enjoys simple activities like gardening and willingly tends to her plants, which reflects a personality that is both dynamic and calm.
Anecdotes and highlights
- Her victory at the 2025 World Championships came as a huge surprise to many observers. Crossing the finish line in 12.24 seconds, she not only won gold, but also wrote a page in the history of Swiss athletics.
- During her European indoor championship, she made an impression by breaking the continental record, confirming that she now belongs to the world elite.
- Ditaji often emphasizes the importance of her sister Mujinga in her career. More than a rival, she is a valuable ally and a constant source of support during major competitions.
Conclusion
At just 23 years old, Ditaji Kambundji has already built an exceptional track record. Combining talent, hard work, and passion, she embodies a new generation of Swiss athletes who are shining on the international stage. With her joie de vivre and infectious energy, she inspires young athletes and the general public alike.
