Eradicate poverty. This is all that matters in my country. When I am out training I think about this a lot; when I am running it is going over in my mind. As a country we cannot move forward until we eradicate poverty.
Haile GebrselassieConsidering that the race is star-studded no runner will be willing to set the pace for the others. This is why a record will be almost impossible.
Haile GebrselassieI will always listen to my coaches. But first I listen to my body. If what they tell me suits my body, great. If my body doesn't feel good with what they say, then always my body comes first.
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