Tiki Gelana

Ethiopian marathon runner, Olympic champion

Tiki Gelana - Ethiopian marathon runner, Olympic champion
Born

October 22nd, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ethiopia

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Competed in long-distance running events, specializing in the marathon. Achieved prominence by winning the women's marathon at the 2012 London Olympics, securing a gold medal for Ethiopia. Set a personal best time of 2:18:57 during the 2012 Rotterdam Marathon, ranking among the fastest marathon times recorded. Gelana's victory in London contributed to Ethiopia's reputation as a powerhouse in distance running.

Won the gold medal in the marathon at the 2012 London Olympics

Set a personal best time of 2:18:57 at the 2012 Rotterdam Marathon

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