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Ethiopia's Almaz Ayana sets women's 10,000-meter Olympic record

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Ethiopia's Almaz Ayana sets women's 10,000-meter Olympic record
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At the Rio Olympics on August 12, 2016, Ethiopia's Almaz Ayana won gold in the women's 10,000 meters, setting a new world record with a time of 29 minutes, 17.45 seconds. Ayana's performance not only secured her Olympic victory but also marked a significant achievement in women's distance running. This race highlighted her dominance on the world stage, following a series of impressive performances leading up to the Games. The record-breaking win cemented Ayana's place among the sport's elite.

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  • •Almaz Ayana wins gold in women’s 10,000 meters
  • •Sets a world record at 29:17.45
  • •Event took place on August 12, 2016, in Rio
  • •Ayana's victory emphasizes her dominance in distance running
  • •The race was a highlight of the Rio Olympic Games
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