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Yenew Alamirew

b. 1990

Ethiopian distance runner

Long-distance runner Middle-distance runner Athletics competitor
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About Yenew Alamirew

Born 1990. Yenew Alamirew is an Ethiopian long-distance runner, middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.

Yenew Alamirew Getahun (born 27 May 1990) is an Ethiopian middle and long-distance runner. He represented his country at the 2012 Summer Olympics as well as two indoor and one outdoor World Championships.

Yenew was the 2013 Diamond League winner for the 5000 metres. His two younger brothers Yibel and Engida are also runners.

Achievements Representing 2011 All-Africa Games Maputo, Mozambique 2nd 5000 m 13:43.33 2012 World Indoor Championships Istanbul, Turkey 9th 3000 m 7:45.15 Olympic Games London, United Kingdom 12th 5000 m 13:49.68 2013 World Championships Moscow, Russia 9th 5000 m 13:31.27 2014 African Championships Marrakesh, Morocco 5th 5000 m 13:45.86 2016 World Indoor Championships Portland, United States 12th 3000 m 8:12.54

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Important facts

Born
27 May 1990, Ethiopia
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Long-distance runner, middle-distance runner, athletics competitor
Nationality
Ethiopia
Also known as
Yenew Alamirew Getahun

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Yenew Alamirew?

Ethiopian distance runner

When was Yenew Alamirew born?

Yenew Alamirew was born on 27 May 1990 in Ethiopia.

What is Yenew Alamirew's occupation?

Yenew Alamirew is a long-distance runner, middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.

What nationality is Yenew Alamirew?

Yenew Alamirew is Ethiopian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yenew Alamirew

· Wikidata: Q584579

· DBpedia: Yenew Alamirew

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