About Martín Alarcón
Lived 1928 – 1991 (aged 62–63). Martín Alarcón was a Mexican long-distance runner.
Martín E. Alarcón Hisojo (30 January 1928 – 7 May 1991) was a Mexican long-distance runner. He competed in the men's 5000 metres at the 1948 Summer Olympics.
In 2015, he posthumously received a Sports Merit Award, and in Metepec, State of Mexico, a sports facility is named after him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Martín Alarcón?
Mexican athlete
When was Martín Alarcón born?
Martín Alarcón was born on 30 January 1928 in Metepec Municipality.
When did Martín Alarcón die?
Martín Alarcón died in 1991.
What was Martín Alarcón's occupation?
Martín Alarcón was a long-distance runner.
What nationality was Martín Alarcón?
Martín Alarcón was Mexican.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Martín Alarcón (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Martín Alarcón. https://biography.guide/martin-alarcon-long-distance-runner/
MLA: "Martín Alarcón." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/martin-alarcon-long-distance-runner/.
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