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I know what I want when I start a marathon: to win! But what do you want? Make sure you're clear in advance and don't go out too fast.

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
Haile Gebrselassie
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