Naoko Sakamoto (runner)
Naoko Sakamoto (坂本 直子, Sakamoto Naoko) (born 14 November 1980 in Nishinomiya) is a Japanese long-distance runner who specializes in the marathon race. In 2003, she competed in the women's marathon at the 2003 World Championships in Athletics held in Paris, France.[1] She finished in 4th place.[1]
Achievements
| Year | Competition | Venue | Position | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Representing  Japan | |||||
| 2003 | World Championships | Paris, France | 4th | Marathon | 2:25:25 |
| 2004 | Osaka Ladies Marathon | Osaka, Japan | 1st | Marathon | 2:25:29 |
| Olympic Games | Athens, Greece | 7th | Marathon | 2:31:43 | |
Personal bests
- 5000 metres - 15:45.75 min (2002)
- 10,000 metres - 33:06.17 min (2003)
- Half marathon - 1:09:27 hrs (2001)
- Marathon - 2:21:51 hrs (2003)
References
- "Women's marathon – 2003 World Championships in Athletics". todor66.com. Archived from the original on 11 May 2020. Retrieved 25 July 2020.
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