Tsegaye Kebede

Ethiopian long-distance runner, World Champion

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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