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Haile Gebrselassie: The emperor with lofty dreams

Haile Gebrselassie. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Ethiopia's athletics maestro, Haile Gebrselassie, can be compared to the late John F Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States of America.

He's innovative, astute and blessed with a popular touch and political intelligence that's a stark contrast to his humble personality.

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