Ethiopian Olympic Champion and Long-Distance Runner

I would like to nominate Derartu Tulu because she is an inspiring Ethiopian athlete who has made our country proud. She won Olympic gold medals in the 10,000 metres at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics and the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

She made history as the first Black African woman to win an Olympic gold medal. Her hard work, courage, determination, and achievements inspire young people in Ethiopia and around the world. I believe she deserves recognition for her outstanding contribution to Ethiopian sports.