About Rafael Pérez
Lived 1946 – 2019 (aged 72). Rafael Pérez was a Costa Rican athletics competitor.
Juan Rafael Ángel Pérez Cordoba (3 July 1946 – 25 April 2019) was a Costa Rican long-distance runner. He competed in three events at the 1968 Summer Olympics: 5000 metres, 10,000 metres and the marathon. In addition, he won multiple medals at regional level.
International competitions
Personal bests 5000 metres – 14:04.3 (1974) 10,000 metres – 28:48.4 (1976) Marathon – 2:16:35 (1982)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Rafael Pérez?
Costa Rican athlete
When was Rafael Pérez born?
Rafael Pérez was born on 3 July 1946 in San José.
When did Rafael Pérez die?
Rafael Pérez died on 25 April 2019.
What was Rafael Pérez's occupation?
Rafael Pérez was an athletics competitor.
What nationality was Rafael Pérez?
Rafael Pérez was Costa Rican.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rafael Pérez (athlete)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rafael Pérez. https://biography.guide/rafael-perez-athletics-competitor/
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