Ethiopian marathon runner fueled by homeland

March 25, 2010
Ethiopian marathon runner fueled by homeland

Long-distance running is not only Ethiopia’s national sport; it is a source of pride for Ethiopians all over the world. Ethiopia boasts a long list of champion long-distance runners, including Abebe Bikila, Haile Gebreselassie and Fatuma Roba.

Derartu Tulu, a native Ethiopian, added to her long list of professional first-place finishes by winning the New York City Marathon in November 2009.

Worldfocus contributing blogger Tesfaye Negussie went to Ethiopia and interviewed Tulu about what it takes to be one of the best runners in the world.

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Tags: Deratu Tulu, Ethiopia, long-distance running, New York City Marathon, Tesfaye Negussie

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24 comments

#24

04/03/2010 :: 06:57:47 PM
wendy ekua quansah Says:

Tesfaye you already know how i feel about your work!! =]

#23

04/01/2010 :: 11:50:03 PM
Linda Lopez Says:

Inspiring story, Tesfaye!

#22

04/01/2010 :: 09:00:04 AM
Rachelle M. Pachtman Says:

Beautiful and powerful piece,Tesfaye. Until I have the privilege of visiting Ethiopia, I will rely on your work to get me up to speed!

#21

03/31/2010 :: 12:21:02 PM
jim Says:

Great stuff bro! Could use your skills out here.

#20

03/30/2010 :: 10:46:03 AM
Fikir N Says:

03/30/2010::8:24
Hello Tesfay;
You don’t know me but I know you well, anyway I’m so proud of you! You did a very good job I’m proud to be Ethiopian keep up your good work.

#19

03/30/2010 :: 08:18:04 AM
The Daily Femme » Blog Archive » Recommended Interview: Derartu Tulu, Winning the 09′ NYC Marathon Against all Odds Says:

[…] the Olympic movement and earned her the unofficial title of best runner in the world. In this brief interview with Worldfocus blogger Tesfaye Negussie, Tulu discusses her training and how a serious health scare almost forced […]

#18

03/30/2010 :: 01:43:21 AM
Rufael Assefa Says:

Tesfaye you make me proud to be Ethiopian everyday..keep doing the great work you are doing, and trust me you’ll go a long way in life..Peace Brother

#17

03/30/2010 :: 12:06:45 AM
masresha Says:

i am proud of you.tesfaye

#16

03/29/2010 :: 04:00:16 PM
ALLAH B Says:

Peace Tesfaye,
Superb job. Great story — professionally presented on the international scene. Love knowing and seeing you — the cream — rise! Peace.

#15

03/29/2010 :: 02:25:52 PM
Dhaba Says:

Great original work about the great runner. I salute your determination to make it happen.

#14

03/29/2010 :: 02:08:05 PM
ROMAN Says:

GREAT STORY OF DETERMINATION AND DESIRE.

#13

03/29/2010 :: 01:36:45 PM
Tizita Says:

Great story choice Tes.

#12

03/29/2010 :: 12:21:15 PM
Adrian Says:

Great interview and story

#11

03/29/2010 :: 12:05:47 PM
Mahelet Says:

Great job Tesfaye! This was an awesome interview…Tulu is a world class athlete!

#10

03/29/2010 :: 11:41:51 AM
Eva Says:

Nice work habibi, you put alot of work into this and it was worth it. Thank you for putting the focus on a strong african woman.

03/29/2010 :: 11:23:43 AM
Ever Dinarte Says:

We rarely see journalism at its simplest but finest form anymore. This interview, shooting of landscape and amharic gives the interview an A+. Thanks for taking me there with your camera!

03/28/2010 :: 05:42:09 AM
Tesfu Says:

we proud of out atheletes

03/26/2010 :: 04:02:15 PM
Abebe Says:

As an Eritrean, African, Ethiopian born, I am proud of not only Derartu, but all Ethiopian Kenyan and eritrean runners

03/26/2010 :: 12:48:35 PM
Elazer Says:

Great interview. Thanks Tesfaye.

03/26/2010 :: 07:09:14 AM
Jobiraw Says:

Our pride! I am proud of you!

03/26/2010 :: 03:27:45 AM
ayizendiro Says:

you are great Derartu, we are all proud of you. Cheers!!

03/26/2010 :: 01:24:32 AM
Elias k/mariam Says:

She is a talented woman with abundant victories not only in the Olympic game but also in cross country disciplines .

03/25/2010 :: 10:19:55 PM
adam Says:

Derartu is the Greatest athlete of all time, thx for the great clip!

03/25/2010 :: 04:54:35 PM
abebe lemma Says:

good

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