About David Galván
Born 1973. David Galván is a Mexican long-distance runner.
José David Galván Martínez (born 6 April 1973 in Cuatro Ciénegas, Coahuila) is a Mexican long-distance runner who specializes in the 5000 and 10,000 metres. Nicknamed Keniano Mexicano.
Career He was the winner of the inaugural North American 5K Championships, helping Mexico to the team title, and his time of 13:47 minutes went unbeaten in the competition's short history.
Family He is married to Nora Rocha.
International competitions
Personal bests 1500 metres - 3:39.21 min (2001) 3000 metres - 7:42.19 min (2000) 5000 metres - 13:12.18 min (2007) 10,000 metres - 27:33.96 min (2007) Half marathon - 1:03:00 hrs (2001)
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Who is David Galván?
Mexican long-distance runner
When was David Galván born?
David Galván was born on 6 April 1973 in Cuatro Ciénegas de Carranza.
What is David Galván's occupation?
David Galván is a long-distance runner.
What nationality is David Galván?
David Galván is Mexican.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Galván. https://biography.guide/david-galvan/
MLA: "David Galván." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-galvan/.
Chicago: "David Galván." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/david-galvan/.
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