About Alfredo Shahanga
Born 1965. Alfredo Shahanga is a Tanzanian marathon runner and athletics competitor.
Alfredo Shahanga (born 14 April 1965) is a retired long-distance runner from Tanzania, who won the 1989 edition of the Vienna Marathon. In the same year he triumphed at the 16th Berlin Marathon on 1 October in a time of 2:10:11. Shahanga represented his native country in the men's marathon at the 1991 World Championships in Tokyo, Japan.
Shahanga was an All-American runner for the UTEP Miners track and field team, finishing 3rd in the 10,000 metres at the 1986 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships. He left the school after the 1986 season because it was on NCAA probation. He said of his brother, "I have always lived in his shadow".
Achievements All results regarding marathon, unless stated otherwise
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Alfredo Shahanga?
Tanzanian long-distance runner
When was Alfredo Shahanga born?
Alfredo Shahanga was born on 14 April 1965.
What is Alfredo Shahanga's occupation?
Alfredo Shahanga is a marathon runner and athletics competitor.
What nationality is Alfredo Shahanga?
Alfredo Shahanga is Tanzanian.
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