Hicham El Guerrouj

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Moroccan middle-distance runner

Hicham El Guerrouj is a retired Moroccan middle-distance runner. El Guerrouj is the current world record holder for the 1500 metres and mile events, and the former world record holder in the 2000 metres. Wikipedia

Born: 1974 (age 49 years), Berkane, Morocco

Height: 5′ 9″

Weight: 128 lbs

Spouse: Najoua Lahbil

Medals: Athletics at the 2004 Summer Olympics – Men's 1500 metres, Athletics at the 2000 Summer Olympics – Men's 1500 metres, and Athletics at the 2004 Summer Olympics – Men's 5000 metres

Event(s): 1500 metres, mile, 2000 metres, 5000 metres

Retired: 2004