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I used to run to school, 10k every day. And this at altitude, perfect preparation, really.
Haile Gebrselassie
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Haile Gebrselassie
Age: 51
Born: 1973
Born: April 18
Athletics Competitor
Long-Distance Runner
Marathon Runner
Olympic Athlete
Asela
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