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- In 1978, Grete ran the
- New York City Marathon,
- her first marathon (26.2
- miles). Not only did she
- win, but she ran the
- fastest time ever for a woman, 2:32:50.
- Grete won again in 1979 and 1980, and set
- a world record each time! During her career,
- Grete won the New York City Marathon a
- record nine times.
-
- In 1984, the womenΓÇÖs marathon was
- included in the Olympics for the first time.
- Grete won the silver medal.
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