Filbert Bayi
Filbert Bayi Sanka (born June 23, 1953) is a Tanzanian former middle-distance runner who competed throughout the 1970s. He set the world records for 1500 metres in 1974 and the mile in 1975. His world record in the 1500 m was also the Commonwealth Games record until 2022.
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| Nationality | Tanzanian | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | June 22, 1953 Karatu, Arusha Region, Tanganyika | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 59 kg (130 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country | Tanzania | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sport | Athletics/Track, Mid-distance running | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | 800 metres, 1500 metres, mile, 5000 metres, steeplechase | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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