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Marcell Jacobs
Marcell Jacobs produced one of the most stunning upsets in Olympic history when he won the 100 meters gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, becoming the first Italian to win the blue riband event of athletics and establishing himself as the fastest man in Europe. Born on September 26, 1994, in El Paso, Texas, to an American military father and an Italian mother, Jacobs moved to Italy as a young child and was raised in Desenzano del Garda, near Lake Garda in northern Italy, where he would develop into one of the most surprising Olympic champions of the modern era.
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Timothy Cheruiyot is a celebrated Kenyan distance runner, specializing in the 1500 meters. Born on March 15, 1996, in Bomet County, Kenya, he started running at a young age in the rural highlands of Kenya, where running is a significant part of the culture. Cheruiyot's career took off in 2015 when he began competing at national levels. He quickly made a mark as one of the fastest middle-distance runners in the world. Cheruiyot clinched his first significant victory in 2017, winning the silver medal at the World Championships in London. Remarkably, he became the world champion in the 1500 meters in 2019 held in Doha. Known for his swift finishing kick, Cheruiyot is noted for his tactical racing approach, often conserving energy until the final meters of a race. His personal best time of 3:28.28, set in 2019, positions him among the all-time greats in middle-distance running. As of 2023, Cheruiyot remains a pivotal figure in the 1500 meters, showcasing his prowess on the international stage and continuing to inspire upcoming athletes in Kenya and beyond. His current focus is on maintaining his competitive edge for the next Olympic Games.
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