Ahmed Ali (Sudanese sprinter) facts for kids
![]() Ali at the 2016 Olympics
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Personal information | |
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Born | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
15 November 1993
Education | South Plains College University of Alabama |
Height | 1.80 m |
Weight | 80 kg |
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Country | ![]() |
Sport | Track and field |
Event(s) | 100 m, 200 m |
Coached by | Dan Waters |
Achievements and titles | |
Personal best(s) | 60 m – 6.66 (2013) 100 m – 10.23 (2013) 200 m – 20.16 (2016) |
Updated on 29 August 2015. |
Ahmed Ali was born on November 15, 1993. He is a talented Sudanese sprinter. A sprinter is an athlete who runs short distances very fast. Ahmed has competed in big events like the Olympic Games. He is known for running the 200 metres race.
Ahmed Ali's Running Journey
Ahmed Ali grew up in Houston, Texas. He started his running career there. He attended Alief Hastings High School. After high school, he continued his education. He also kept running track at South Plains College. Later, he went to the University of Alabama. This is where he trained to become an even faster runner.
Competing on the World Stage
Ahmed Ali has represented his country, Sudan, in many important races. He competed in the World Championships in Beijing, China. He ran in the 200 metres race there.
In 2016, Ahmed took part in the African Championships in Durban, South Africa. He also had the amazing experience of competing in the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. At the 2016 Olympics, he ran the 200 metres race.
He continued to compete at the highest level. In 2017, Ahmed Ali was back at the World Championships. This time, the event was held in London, United Kingdom. He once again competed in the 200 metres race.