Haile Gebrselassie
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Haile Gebrselassie Haile Gebrselassie is widely regarded as the greatest distance runner in history, winning two Olympic gold medals in the 10,000m (1996 and 2000) and setting 27 world records during his career. He dominated long-distance running for over two decades and set his marathon world record at the Berlin Marathon in 2008. His fluid running style, competitive longevity, and humble origins as a barefoot runner in rural Ethiopia made him one of sport's most inspiring stories.
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Born in Arssi
Haile Gebrselassie born in Arssi, Ethiopia.
personalOlympic 10,000m Gold
Wins Olympic gold in the 10,000m at the Atlanta Olympics.
awardSecond Olympic Gold
Defends his 10,000m title at the Sydney Olympics.
awardMarathon World Record
Sets the marathon world record with 2:03:59 in Berlin.
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