Rigoberto Mendoza
Cuban distance runner
About Rigoberto Mendoza
Born 1946. Rigoberto Mendoza is a Cuban marathon runner, long-distance runner and steeplechase runner.
Rigoberto Mendoza Pérez (born January 4, 1946) is a retired male long-distance and steeplechase runner from Cuba. He won the gold medal in the Marathon at the 1975 Pan American Games and competed for his native country at the 1976 Summer Olympics, finishing in 33rd place. He set his personal best (2:21.01) in the classic distance in 1975.
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Who is Rigoberto Mendoza?
Cuban distance runner
When was Rigoberto Mendoza born?
Rigoberto Mendoza was born on 4 January 1946 in San Luis.
What is Rigoberto Mendoza's occupation?
Rigoberto Mendoza is a marathon runner, long-distance runner and steeplechase runner.
What nationality is Rigoberto Mendoza?
Rigoberto Mendoza is Cuban.
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· Wikipedia: Rigoberto Mendoza
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