Switzerland - Track

Jonas Raess

"There were times when progress seemed slow. But through it all, I never stopped believing in myself."

Swiss record-holder Jonas Raess is known for his "grind it out" racing, winning with patience and grit. Introduced to running by his mother, he overcame early struggles with overtraining and injuries to build resilience. Jonas is a top Swiss long-distance runner, excelling in the 5000m and breaking national records. He’s competed at European and World Championships and represented Switzerland at the Olympics. After training with the On Athletics Club in Colorado, Jonas returned to Switzerland in 2024 to join OAC Europe in St. Moritz.