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Deresse Mekonnen

b. 1987

Ethiopian middle-distance runner and world champion

Middle-distance runner Athletics competitor
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About Deresse Mekonnen

Born 1987. Deresse Mekonnen is an Ethiopian middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.

Personal bests Outdoors 1500 metres - 3:32.18 (2009) Mile - 3:48.95 (2009) - Ethiopian Record 3000 metres - 7:32.93 (2009) 5000 metres - 13:07.75 (2009) Indoors 1500 metres - 3:33.10 (2010) - #5 All-Time Mile - 3:54.11 (2009)

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1987, Oromia Region
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Middle-distance runner, athletics competitor
Nationality
Ethiopia
Also known as
Deresse Mekonnen Tsigu

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Deresse Mekonnen?

Ethiopian middle-distance runner and world champion

When was Deresse Mekonnen born?

Deresse Mekonnen was born on 20 October 1987 in Oromia Region.

What is Deresse Mekonnen's occupation?

Deresse Mekonnen is a middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.

What nationality is Deresse Mekonnen?

Deresse Mekonnen is Ethiopian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Deresse Mekonnen

· Wikidata: Q555877

· DBpedia: Deresse Mekonnen

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