Elfenesh Alemu
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Elfenesh Alemu (born 10 June 1975) is an Ethiopian long-distance runner who specializes in the marathon race.
[edit] Achievements
| Year | Tournament | Venue | Result | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | All-Africa Games | Harare, Zimbabwe | 3rd | Marathon |
| 1997 | World Championships | Athens, Greece | 15th | Marathon |
| Amsterdam Marathon | Amsterdam, Japan | 1st | Marathon | |
| 1999 | World Championships | Seville, Spain | 5th | Marathon |
| 2000 | Olympic Games | Sydney, Australia | 6th | Marathon |
| 2003 | World Championships | Paris, France | 6th | Marathon |
| Tokyo Marathon | Tokyo, Japan | 1st | Marathon | |
| 2004 | Olympic Games | Athens, Greece | 4th | Marathon |
[edit] Personal bests
- 5000 metres - 15:59.99 min (2000)
- Half marathon - 1:09:46 hrs (2000)
- Marathon - 2:24:29 hrs (2001)
[edit] External links
IAAF profile for Elfenesh Alemu
| Sporting positions | ||
|---|---|---|
Preceded by Nadezhda Ilyina |
Amsterdam Women's Marathon Winner 1997 |
Succeeded by Catherina McKiernan |
Preceded by Banuelia Mrashani |
Tokyo Women's Marathon Winner 2003 |
Succeeded by Bruna Genovese |
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