O atleta natural de Beja foi recordista mundial dos 10.000 metros entre 1984 e 1999, estabeleceu três recordes europeus e mais de vinte recordes nacionais. Participou em três Jogos Olímpicos e conquistou medalha de bronze nos Campeonatos do Mundo de corta-mato em 1981.
Fernando Mamede: Olympic Athlete and Former World Record Holder
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The Portuguese athlete Fernando Mamede has died due to heart complications, as reported by Portuguese media citing the Portuguese athletics Federation. Diário de Notícias first reported his death on January 27, 2024.
Early Life and Athletic career
Fernando Mamede was a prominent figure in Portuguese athletics, specializing in long-distance running. He gained international recognition for his achievements in the 10,000 meters, notably holding the world record for the event for several years. World Athletics confirms his record-holding status. He competed in the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City and the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich.
World Record and Athletic Achievements
Mamede set the world record in the 10,000 meters on July 27, 1984, in Stockholm, Sweden, with a time of 27:13.81. Olympic.org details his participation in the 1968 Olympics. This record stood for several years and cemented his place in athletics history. He also achieved notable results in other distances, including the 5,000 meters and marathon.
Recognition and Condolences
The President of Portugal,Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa,expressed his condolences,describing Mamede as a “remarkable and unavoidable figure in athletics and Portuguese sport.” The official website of the President of portugal published a statement acknowledging his passing and highlighting his contributions to Portuguese sport. The Portuguese Athletics Federation also issued a statement mourning his loss.
Latest Verified status (as of 2026/01/28 04:20:46): the death of Fernando Mamede was widely reported in January 2024, with the cause of death confirmed as heart complications.no new meaningful information has emerged since than.
