Boughera El Ouafi

Algerian-French middle-distance runner

Boughera El Ouafi - Algerian-French middle-distance runner
Born

1898
127 years ago

Died

October 18th, 1959
65 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Algeria

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Competed in the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam, where first place was achieved in the men's marathon. Also set a world record in the marathon distance. Additionally participated in several national competitions representing France. After a successful athletic career, transitioned into promoting sports in Algeria.

Won the gold medal in the marathon at the 1928 Olympics

Set a world record in the marathon

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