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Legendary Kenyan runner who broke 4 world records passes away at 72

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Kenyan long-distance running great Henry Rono has died at the age of 72. Rono broke four world records in the span of 81 days in 1978. He would never compete in the Olympics due to Kenyan boycotts of the Games in 1976 and 1980. His career fizzled out as he battled alcoholism.

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Anadolu Ajansı

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Legendary Kenyan runner who broke 4 world records passes away at 72

In just 81 days, Henry Rono shattered 4 world records, cementing his status as a long-distance running icon in Kenya - Anadolu Ajansı

2 years ago·Ankara, Türkiye

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Clarin

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Another blow for athletics after the Kiptum tragedy: Henry Rono died, the phenomenon that broke four world records in 81 days

The legendary Kenyan had turned 72 years ago three days ago. It shone in the late 70's and early 80's. Alcohol accelerated the end of a career that could be legendary.

2 years ago·Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Daily Nation

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Why Kenyan teacher chose to break world record for longest science lesson

Teacher Rose Tata Wafula will be the first person to attempt the record of teaching science for 50 hours non-stop.

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Algemeen Dagblad

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Henry Rono, the man who broke four world records in 81 days, died aged 72

Kenyan long-distance runner Henry Rono, who broke four world records in 81 days in 1978, died on Thursday at the age of 72. This is reported by the Kenyan Athletics Association. A cause of death is unknown.

2 years ago·Amersfoort, Netherlands (Kingdom of the)

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