Joaquim Silva (runner)
Portuguese long-distance runner
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Joaquim Fernando da Mota Silva (born January 13, 1961) is a retired long-distance runner from Portugal, who won the 1994 edition of the Vienna Marathon. He represented his native country in the men's marathon at the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea, finishing in 27th place (2:18:05). And father of the late Diogo Jota and André Silva.
BornJanuary 13, 1961
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
SportMarathon running
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 13, 1961 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Marathon running |
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Portugal | |||||
| 1985 | Universiade | Kobe, Japan | 22nd (h) | 1500 m | 3:52.29 |
| 1988 | Olympic Games | Seoul, South Korea | 27th | Marathon | 2:18:05 |
| 1989 | Lisbon Marathon | Lisbon, Portugal | 1st | Marathon | 2:16:56 |
| 1994 | Vienna Marathon | Vienna, Austria | 1st | Marathon | 2:10:42 |
| 1995 | World Championships | Gothenburg, Sweden | — | Marathon | DNF |
| 1998 | European Championships | Budapest, Hungary | 26th | Marathon | 2:17:55 |
References
External links
- Joaquim Silva at World Athletics
- Joaquim Silva at European Athletics
- Joaquim Silva at Tilastopaja (registration required)
- Joaquim Silva at ARRS
- Joaquim Silva at Olympics.com
- Joaquim Silva at Olympedia
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