Hoseah Tjale
South African ultra-marathon runner (born 1954)
About Hoseah Tjale
Born 1954.
Running career He won the Two Oceans Marathon, an ultra-Marathon (56 km), in 1980. He came second in the Comrades Marathon, an ultra-Marathon (90 km), in 1985 and 1990 and came 3rd in 1986 and 1987. He participated in the London to Brighton ultra-marathon (56 Miles), which he won in 1985.
Amateur
As an amateur he never received any money for his winnings.
Recognition
Sello Mokoena and Bruce Fordyce describe him as a best competitor to participate in the Comrades Marathon.
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Who is Hoseah Tjale?
South African ultra-marathon runner (born 1954)
When was Hoseah Tjale born?
Hoseah Tjale was born on 6 June 1954.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hoseah Tjale. https://biography.guide/hoseah-tjale/
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