Hoseah Tjale
Hoseah (Hoss) Tsjale (born 6 June 1954)[2] is a South African ultra-marathon runner.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Hoseah Tjale |
| Nationality | South African |
| Born | 6 June 1954 |
| Occupation | Delivery Truck Driver |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Ultra-Marathon Running |
| Club | Johannesburg Harriers[1] |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | |
Early life
He was brought up in Johannesburg, South Africa. As a black South African he was only allowed to participate in road running in 1975 when races were open for all races.[5]
Running career
He won the Two Oceans Marathon an ultra-Marathon (56 km) in 1980. He came second in the Comrades Marathon an ultra-Marathon (90 km)in 1985 and 1990 and then later 3rd in 1986 and 1987. He participated in the London to Brighton events, particular the ultra-marathon (56 Miles) which he won in 1985.
Amateur
As an amateur he never received any money for his winnings.[6]
Recognition
Sello Mokoena and Bruce Fordyce describe him as a best competitor to participate in the Comrades Marathon.[7]
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References
- "40 Years on the Run-Modern Athlete". www.modernathlete.co.za.
- "ARRS - Runner: Hosea Tjale". more.arrs.run.
- "Runner History". admin.twooceansmarathon.org.za.
- "Comrades Marathon Results History". results.ultimate.dk.
- Mafika (24 April 2015). "Comrades legends speak about their memorable races - Brand South Africa".
- "The twists and turns of the Comrades Marathon".
- Creations, LIT. "Run24 - WALK THE TALK". www.run24.co.za.
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