Abeba Aregawi
Middle-distance runner, World Champion 2013
Born
July 5th, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Born in Ethiopia and later representing Sweden, this middle-distance runner specialized in the 1500 meters. Secured the World Championship title in 2013 in Moscow, achieving a personal best time of 3:56.81. Competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics, reaching the semifinal. Transitioned international representation from Ethiopia to Sweden in 2012, winning multiple national titles and competing at various European championships.
Won the gold medal at the 2013 World Championships
Achieved a personal best of 3:56.81 in the 1500 meters
Competed in the 2012 Summer Olympics
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