Record-breaker Amos calls it a day
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 120 Views |
The end: Amos announced his retirement this week
The announcement comes at a time when the nation waited with baited breath for the return of the 800m runner to the track after a three-year ban for a doping offence. This week, Amos who is now a middle-distance coach for Iran, submitted his retirement letter to the BAA.
Speaking to MmegiSport, he said it was not easy because he did not know what to say, but every word carried a memory.
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