Martín Fiz
Spanish long-distance runner and champion
Born
March 3rd, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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Born in 1963, a prominent long-distance runner with a focus on marathons, achieved significant success in the 1990s. Competing internationally, secured a victory at the 1996 World Championships in Athletics held in Gothenburg. Dominated the European Athletics Championships, earning multiple gold medals in the marathon. Also represented Spain at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, contributing to the country's athletic achievements. His running career is marked by notable performances in both road races and marathons.
Won the gold medal in the marathon at the 1996 World Championships
Secured victory in the men's marathon at the 1994 European Athletics Championships
Competed in the marathon at the 1992 Summer Olympics
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