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Buzunesh Deba (born 8 September 1987) is a Bronx-based Ethiopian long-distance runner. She won the 2014 Boston Marathon in her personal-best time of 2:19:59. In the race, Deba finished behind Rita Jeptoo, who was later disqualified for doping.
Originally from Asella, Ethiopia, Buzunesh Deba has lived and trained in New York City for a decade, frequently taking the subway from her home in the Bronx to track workouts, and has sometimes run the 31-mile circumference of Manhattan in training.
Apr 16, 2024 · Buzunesh Deba won the 2014 Boston Marathon by default after the first-place winner was disqualified for doping, but she has not received her $100,000 prize money. She says she lost her Nike contract and her dream of competing in the Olympics because of the delay.
Apr 13, 2024 · Buzunesh Deba won the 2014 Boston Marathon after Rita Jeptoo was disqualified for doping, but she has not received the $100,000 prize money yet. The BAA cites the inability to recover the money from Jeptoo as the reason for the delay, but Deba and her husband are frustrated and disappointed.
NEW YORK — Buzunesh Deba is not rejoicing in her belief that she angered the Boston Athletic Association by asking for her medals, her trophy, and her $100,000. However, the soft-spoken Deba...
Bizunesh DEBA | Profile | World Athletics. Country. Ethiopia. Born. 08 SEP 1987. Athlete Code. 14259883. Follow me. Honours Summary. 1 x Major Marathon winner. 2 x Major Marathon Silver medallist. 1 x Major Marathon Bronze medallist. 4 x In Top 8 at Major Marathon. Personal Bests. Seasons Bests. Results. Progression. Honours. Legend. * Not legal.
Jun 27, 2024 · Ethiopia’s Buzunesh “Buza” Deba — who also broke the women’s course record — became the official winner. That made her the rightful winner of the $75,000 prize, plus another $25,000 ...
