Gidamis Shahanga
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Gidamis Shahanga (born September 4, 1957 in Katesh) is a retired Tanzanian long-distance runner who specialized in the 10,000 metres and the marathon race. He is not te bo confused with his countryman Alfredo Shahanga.
[edit] Achievements
- 1989 Berlin Marathon - gold medal
- 1988 East and Central African Championships - gold medal (10,000 metres)
- 1984 Rotterdam Marathon - gold medal
- 1982 Commonwealth Games - gold medal (10,000 metres)
- 1980 Olympic Games - 15th place (marathon)
- 1979 African Championships - silver medal (marathon)
- 1978 Commonwealth Games - gold medal (marathon)
[edit] External links
- IAAF profile for Gidamis Shahanga
| Sporting positions | ||
|---|---|---|
Preceded by Robert de Castella |
Rotterdam Men's Marathon Winner 1984 |
Succeeded by Carlos Lopes |
Preceded by Alfredo Shahanga |
Vienna Men's Marathon Winner 1990 |
Succeeded by Karel David |
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