Abebe Bikila was actually born on August 7, 1932. He became famous for winning the 1960 Olympic marathon in Rome while running barefoot, becoming the first Black African to win an Olympic gold medal. He went on to defend his title in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, this time wearing shoes, making him the first-ever athlete to win back-to-back Olympic marathons. His endurance and determination made him a legend in long-distance running.
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