Meyer, Elana (1966–)
Meyer, Elana (1966–)
South African runner. Born Oct 10, 1966, in Albertina, South Africa; attended Stellenbosch University; m. Michael Meyer (runner).
Won a silver medal in the 10,000 meters at Barcelona Olympics (1992) and was a finalist in Sydney (2000); won World Cup in London for 10,000 meters (1994); finished 2nd in Boston Marathon (1995 and 1996); set world record in half-marathon (1:07.29, 1998), then broke her own record in Tokyo City Half (1:06.44, 1999); won over 20 South African titles in track, half-marathon, 15km, cross country, and marathon.
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