Which Czechoslovakian runner often beat Mimoun in competitions?
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Emil Zátopek
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Answer
Emil Zátopek was a Czechoslovakian long distance runner who won three gold medals at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. He was known for his "flying start" and his ability to maintain a fast pace throughout a race. Zátopek often beat Mimoun in competitions, and he is considered one of the greatest long distance runners of all time.
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