Suunto today announces British distance runner Phil Sesemann as its newest global ambassador, marking the start of an exciting partnership for the 2026 season and beyond.
Sesemann joins Suunto in a year where he is targeting major milestones, including the London Marathon and selection for the Commonwealth Games, with a long-term goal of a top-10 finish in the LA 2028 Olympic Marathon. The Leeds-based athlete comes into the season in strong form, following a 2025 season in which Phil went 5th on the British Marathon all-time list. Early season form indicators for Phil are strong, following a second-place finish at the Bath Half Marathon in the UK. To end March, Phil will be heading to Berlin to run a fast half marathon with the aim of qualifying for the World Road Running Championships.
Known for his consistency, resilience, and data-driven approach to training, Sesemann aligns closely with Suunto’s mission to empower athletes through technology and performance insights. Phil will showcase his training sessions and marathon preparation insights through his successful YouTube channel.
“I’m really excited to be joining Suunto at such an important point in my career,” said Sesemann. “Their focus on performance, reliability, and innovation aligns exactly with what I need as I build towards the London Marathon and hopefully some big things ahead of LA 2028. Having the right tools to guide training and racing makes a huge difference at this level.”
Dan Southam, Head of Regional Marketing at Suunto, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Phil to the Suunto family. He represents everything we value as a brand: dedication, intelligence in training, and a relentless drive to improve. We’re excited to step more into the road running scene with this partnership, expanding out from our ultra and trail running routes. We’re proud to support Phil on his journey to the London Marathon and beyond and can’t wait to see the role Suunto can play in his training and racing.”
