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Choi Yun-chil, South Korean long-distance runner and a two-time national champion in the marathon (died 2020)

Choi Yun-chil

South Korean long-distance runner (1928–2020)

Choi Yun-chil was a South Korean long-distance runner who was a two-time Olympian and a two-time national champion in the marathon.
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July 19

Day of the year

July 19 is the 200th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 165 days remain until the end of the year.
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Marathon

Long-distance running event of 42.195 kilometres

The marathon is a long-distance foot race with a distance of 42.195 kilometres, usually run as a road race, but the distance can be covered on trail routes. The marathon can be completed by running or with a run/walk strategy. There are also wheelchair divisions. More than 800…
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