Masako Chiba
Japanese long-distance runner, sports commentator
About Masako Chiba
Born 1976. Masako Chiba is a Japanese marathon runner, long-distance runner, athletics competitor and sports commentator.
is a Japanese long-distance runner, who won the bronze medal in 10,000 metres at the 1997 World Championships in Athens and in the marathon race at the 2003 World Championships in Paris.
Chiba was a torchbearer during the 1998 Nagano Olympics Opening Ceremony.
Achievements
Personal bests 5000 metres - 15:20.58 min (1997) 10,000 metres - 31:20.46 min (1996) Half marathon - 1:09:27 hrs (1999) Marathon - 2:21:45 hrs (2003)
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Who is Masako Chiba?
Japanese long-distance runner, sports commentator
When was Masako Chiba born?
Masako Chiba was born on 18 July 1976 in Uji.
What is Masako Chiba's occupation?
Masako Chiba is a marathon runner, long-distance runner, athletics competitor and sports commentator.
What nationality is Masako Chiba?
Masako Chiba is Japanese.
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