"A lot of people run a race to see who is fastest. I run to see who has the most guts."

Alberto Salazar (1958)
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About Alberto Salazar

Alberto Salazar is a former long-distance runner and coach known for his success in marathon running. Born in Cuba in 1958, Salazar immigrated with his family to the United States as a young child. He achieved great success in the sport, winning multiple major marathons including the New York City Marathon and the Boston Marathon. After retiring from competitive running, Salazar became a successful coach, guiding athletes to numerous victories and records.

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