Moise Joseph
Athlete Olympic Marathon Runner
Born
December 27th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Haiti
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An American-Haitian long-distance runner who specialized in marathon events. Competed for Haiti in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, representing the country in the men's marathon. Participated in various marathon races worldwide, gaining experience in international competitions. Achieved personal bests in multiple marathons throughout the career, establishing a presence in the athletic community.
Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics
Ran the men's marathon for Haiti
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