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Altevir de Araújo

b. 1955

Brazilian sprinter and long jumper

Sprinter Long jumper
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About Altevir de Araújo

Born 1955. Altevir de Araújo is a Brazilian sprinter and long jumper.

Altevir Silva de Araújo Filho (born December 23, 1955) is a retired sprinter from Brazil, he was a Brazilian champion, but he was best known for winning two gold medals (100 and 200 metres) at the 1979 South American Championships in Bucaramanga, Colombia.

He represented his native country at the 1980 Summer Olympics, where he was eliminated in the second round of the men's 200 metres. In the same tournament he finished in 8th place with the men's relay team in the 4x100 metres, alongside Milton de Castro, Nelson Rocha dos Santos, and Katsuhiko Nakaya.

International competitions 1Representing the Americas

Personal bests

Outdoor 100 metres – 10.28 (Santiago de Chile 1979) 200 metres – 20.43 (+1.8 m/s, Mexico City 1979) Long jump – 7.87 (Rio de Janeiro 1978)

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Important facts

Born
23 December 1955
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Sprinter, long jumper
Nationality
Brazil

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Altevir de Araújo?

Brazilian sprinter and long jumper

When was Altevir de Araújo born?

Altevir de Araújo was born on 23 December 1955.

What is Altevir de Araújo's occupation?

Altevir de Araújo is a sprinter and long jumper.

What nationality is Altevir de Araújo?

Altevir de Araújo is Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Altevir de Araújo

· Wikidata: Q4736643

· DBpedia: Altevir de Araújo

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