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“If we carry on filling up the calendar, we keep on pushing the athlete, we shorten the athletes longevity. The risk is to shorten a career that could have lasted 10 years because the athlete is burnt out.”

Quote by Alberto Juantorena

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Alberto Juantorena
Alberto Juantorena

Alberto Juantorena, born on December 3, 1950, is a renowned Olympic athlete, particularly famous for his achievements in the 800-meter running event. He made history by winning consecutive gold medals in the 800-meter race at the 1972 and 1976 Olympics, becoming the only athlete to achieve this feat in the same event at two consecutive Olympic Games. more

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