Marius Bakken

Norwegian middle-distance runner

Marius Bakken - Norwegian middle-distance runner
Born

March 27th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

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Competed as a middle-distance runner specializing in the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters. Achieved significant success at the European Championships and World Championships. Represented Norway in the 2000 Summer Olympics. Set multiple national records during his career in long-distance running. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, focusing on developing young runners in Norway.

Competed in the 2000 Summer Olympics

Won a bronze medal at the 2002 European Championships

Set national records in the 5000 meters and 10,000 meters

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