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Ethiopia name squad for World Cross Country

February 27, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By Jonathan Komen and IAAF Head coach Sammy Rono has said Kenya is ready to extend its winning streak at the World Cross Country Championships. The sentiments were made a day after Ethiopia announced their squad for the championships, which … read more »

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Ethiopian Tiny town that breeds Olympic champions

February 27, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Bekoji, Ethiopia (CNN) — It might be many miles away from the usual sporting capitals of the world, but when it comes to long-distance running there’s one tiny place that’s setting the pace. Nestled amidst rolling farmlands on the green … read more »

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Born to run: Ethiopia’s golden girl Dibaba

January 2, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

(CNN) — It could be the spartan living environment, or perhaps growing up in the thin air nearly 3,000 meters above sea level — or maybe it’s the influence of a legendary local coach. Whatever its secret, a remote mountain … read more »

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Ethiopia’s Defar wins women’s 5,000

August 10, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Meseret Defar put in a strong kick as reigning Olympic champion Tirunesh Dibaba faded on the home stretch, overtaking her Ethiopian teammate to win the women’s 5,000 meters Friday. Defar completed the race in 15 minutes, 4.25 seconds to earn … read more »

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Ethiopian Tirunesh Dibaba wins gold in 10000m

August 4, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

BBC Ethiopia’s Tirunesh Dibaba defended her Olympic 10,000m title with a dominant display as Britain’s Jo Pavey and Julia Bleasdale smashed their personal bests. Leading with 500m to go, 26-year-old Dibaba broke away from Kenya’s Sally Kipyego and Vivian Cheruiyot … read more »

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