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“What is important is to win.”

Quote by Haile Gebrselassie

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Haile Gebrselassie

Ethiopian long-distance runner widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in the history of long-distance running. He has won numerous Olympic, World Championship, and World Marathon Majors titles. more

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