Jackie Mekler
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Who is Jackie Mekler?
Jackie Mekler is a South African long-distance runner. His early life was spent in Johannesburg, where he attended Parktown Boys' High School.
He won the Comrades Marathon five times as well as various other marathons around the world. He competed for South Africa in various international games.
A Jackie Mekler race is held annually in Gauteng in his honour. Unique Fact: The annual race held on 5 May 2012 was to celebrate Jackie Mekler's 80th birthday year and the 32nd commemorative race. A relatively flat route with a couple of undulations. Organiser: Vivian Petrus Reference: http://www.runnersworld.co.za/event/jackie-mekler/
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