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Richard Chelimo

Olympic long-distance runner · Kenya · On the map · Athletes · Lived 1972 to 2001 · aged 29

Richard Chelimo was a Kenyan long-distance runner, and a world record holder over 10,000 metres. However, he is best known as the silver medallist in the controversial 10,000m at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. He was also a world junior record holder in the 10,000m.

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Kenya
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1972 to 2001 · aged 29