Hellen Obiri
Middle-distance runner with championship titles
Born
December 13th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Kenya
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A middle-distance runner specialized in the 5000 meters, achieved significant success on the international athletics stage. Claimed the gold medal at the 2019 World Championships held in Doha, Qatar. Secured silver medals in both the 5000 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Competed for Kenya in various major championships, contributing to the country's reputation in long-distance running.
Gold medalist at the 2019 World Championships
Silver medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics
Silver medalist at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
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