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Teddy Riner
Teddy Pierre-Marie Riner was born on April 7, 1989, in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. Raised in a family of modest means, Riner moved to mainland France as a young child and settled in the Paris region. He began practicing judo at age five at a local club in Levallois-Perret, quickly showing the combination of size, athleticism, and competitive fire that would eventually make him the greatest heavyweight judoka the sport has ever seen.
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Julius Yego is a distinguished Kenyan javelin thrower known for his unique journey to prominence in the sport. Born on January 4, 1989, in Kapsabet, Kenya, Yego's path was unconventional; lacking formal coaching, he learned by watching videos of elite throwers online. With relentless determination, he made his mark on the javelin circuit, breaking through with his first major international victory at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. His performance earned him attention, leading to increased support and opportunities. In 2015, Yego made history by winning the gold medal at the World Championships in Beijing, becoming the first Kenyan to achieve this feat in javelin. His remarkable achievement inspired many aspiring athletes in Kenya. Known for his distinct throwing technique and competitive spirit, Yego has consistently pushed his limits and maintains a spot among the world's top javelin throwers. As he focuses on training for the upcoming Olympic Games, he remains a source of pride for Kenyan athletics.
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