Fernando Mamede

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Fernando Eugénio Pacheco Mamede (born 1 November 1951 in Beja) is a former Portuguese athlete, a long distance running specialist. Together with Carlos Lopes, he is one of the best Portuguese male long distance runners ever, and held the 10,000 metres world record (1984-1989) with a time of 27:13.81 until bested by Arturo Barrios of Mexico.

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Records
Preceded by
Flag of Kenya Henry Rono
Men's 10,000 m World Record Holder
July 2, 1984August 18, 1989
Succeeded by
Flag of Mexico Arturo Barrios
Sporting positions
Preceded by
Flag of the United Kingdom David Moorcroft
Men's 5.000m Best Year Performance
1983
Succeeded by
Flag of Morocco Saïd Aouita