Ethiopian Bloom

Italy

Todays 60 year old in 1952, Abadi Bikila has elevated Ethiopian Blooms African name by running the Rome Marathon barefoot and winning it. This marathon victory was recorded as Africas first gold medal at the Olympics.

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January 6, 2025

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