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Quote by Ron Clarke

“Worry about him? I never even heard of him.”

Quote by Ron Clarke

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Ron Clarke, born on February 21, 1937 and passed away on June 17, 2015, was a renowned New Zealand long-distance runner. He achieved numerous victories in long-distance races during the 1950s and 1960s, including multiple wins in the Boston Marathon. Clarke was known for his endurance and perseverance and is considered an important figure in the history of long-distance running. more

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