Vivian Cheruiyot
Kenyan middle-distance runner, Olympian
A long-distance runner excelled in 5000 meters and 10000 meters events. Achieved significant success at the World Championships, capturing multiple gold medals. Competed in the 2012 Olympics, winning a gold medal in the 5000 meters and a silver medal in the 10000 meters. Continued to compete at high levels, securing additional victories, including the 2013 World Championships title in the 5000 meters. Successful participation in various major marathons highlighted versatility and endurance.
Gold medal in the 5000 meters at the 2012 Olympics
Multiple gold medals at the World Championships
Gold medal in the 10000 meters at the 2015 World Championships
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Journalist and radio announcer
Born
September 11th, 1908 117 years ago
Died
January 7th, 1981 45 years ago — 72 years old
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September 11th, 1914 111 years ago
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Indian cricketer and Test captain
Born
September 11th, 1911 114 years ago
Died
August 5th, 2000 25 years ago — 88 years old
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Field Marshal, Governor-General of Canada
Born
September 11th, 1862 163 years ago
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Born
September 11th, 1476 549 years ago
Died
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Born
September 11th, 1899 126 years ago
Died
November 5th, 2000 25 years ago — 101 years old
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