Grete Waitz: Quick Facts
Facts
| Also Known As | Grete Andersen |
|---|---|
| Born | October 1, 1953 • Oslo • Norway |
| Died | April 19, 2011 (aged 57) • Oslo • Norway |
| Awards And Honors | New York City Marathon (1988) • New York City Marathon (1986) • New York City Marathon (1985) • New York City Marathon (1984) • New York City Marathon (1983) • New York City Marathon (1982) • New York City Marathon (1980) • New York City Marathon (1979) • New York City Marathon (1978) |
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