Tsegaye Kebede
Ethiopian long-distance runner, World Champion
Born
January 15th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ethiopia
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A long-distance runner from Ethiopia specialized in marathons. Achieved significant success in various international competitions. Won the 2012 World Championships in Athletics marathon. Recorded multiple victories in prestigious marathons including the London Marathon and the Chicago Marathon. Established a strong presence in the marathon circuit, consistently finishing among the top competitors.
Won the 2012 World Championships marathon
Victorious at the London Marathon in 2010 and 2012
First place in the 2008 Chicago Marathon
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