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Almaz Ayana — Sportswoman: Runner, Ethiopian

Almaz Ayana

Born
Nov 21, 1991age 34
height
5'5" (or 165 cm)
body type
Athletic
nationality
Ethiopian

Biography

About Almaz Ayana

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Almaz Ayana is an Ethiopian long-distance runner who specializes in track events. She was born on Thursday 21st of November 1991 in Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia. Her breakthrough came at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she won the gold medal in the 10,000 metres and a bronze in the 5000 metres. She has an athletic build, standing 5'5" and weighing 104 lbs. Her hair is black and her eyes are brown. Almaz is known for her powerful finishing kick and her ability to compete at the highest level of international athletics. She remains one of Ethiopia's most accomplished female runners, with a legacy defined by her Olympic success.

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Birthplace
Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia
Ethnicity
Black

Body

Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Brown
Weight
104 lbs (or 47 kg)

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What did Almaz Ayana achieve at the 2016 Rio Olympics?

She won gold in the 10,000 metres and bronze in the 5000 metres.

What is her event specialty?

She specializes in long-distance track running, particularly the 10,000 metres.

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