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Haile Gebresilassie is widely regarded as one of the greatest long distance runners in history. He was born on April 18, 1973 in Asela, Ethiopia and grew up in a small rural village. He showed a passion for running from a young age and began training seriously in his teens.

Gebresilasi first gained international recognition in 1992 when he won the 5000 meters at the World Junior Championships in Seoul, South Korea. He won numerous gold medals at the World Championships and the Olympics, setting several world records.

One of his most memorable accomplishments was winning the 10,000m at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996. On the final course, he passed Kenyan rival Paul Tergat, winning by a fraction of a second. The competition is often considered one of the greatest moments in Olympic history.

Gebresilassie's dominance of long-distance running continued into the 1990s and early 2000s. He set world records in the 5000 and 10000 meters and won numerous world and Olympic titles. His rivalry with Kenyan runner Paul Tergat is one of the most watched in the sport, with each athlete pushing the other to new heights.

Besides being successful on the track, Gebresilassie was also successful as a street racer. He won several marathons, including the Berlin Marathon four times in a row from 2006 to 2009. He was the first runner to break a record 2:04 in a marathon, setting a world record of 2:03:59 in Berlin in 2008.

Gebresilassie's success as an athlete made her a national hero of Ethiopia. He became a symbol of the country's resilience and determination, and was widely respected for his commitment to charity and community development. In 2008 she was appointed a United Nations Development Program Goodwill Ambassador and has worked on various humanitarian projects in Ethiopia and around the world.

Despite his many successes, Gebresilassi's career was not without setbacks. He suffered a number of injuries throughout his career and was forced to retire from several high-profile races. He was also criticized in some quarters for his decision to compete in the marathon, with some claiming he overlooked his talents as a long-distance runner.

Despite these challenges, Gebresilassie remains one of the most celebrated athletes in long distance running history. His accomplishments on the track and on the road are a testament to his immense talent, dedication and perseverance, and his legacy as a national hero in Ethiopia is undeniable.