Mahiedine Mekhissi-Benabbad (born 15 March 1985) is a French middle-distance runner of Algerian descent who mainly competes in the 3000 metres steeplechase.
He has won medals in major international competitions such as the Olympic Games, World Championships, European Championships and European Indoor Championships.
Mekhissi-Benabbad has gained notoriety for pushing the event's mascot after winning the 3000 meter steeplechase finals at the 2010 and 2012 European Championships.