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Anja Scherl

Anja Scherl

German long-distance runner

Anja Scherl (born 12 April 1986) is a German long distance runner who specialises in the marathon. She competed in the women's marathon event at the 2016 Summer Olympics where she finished in 44th place.[1]

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Scherl finished well in the marathon but her success was overshadowed by Anna and Lisa Hahner who controversially crossed the finishing line together at position 81 and 82. They were accused of trying to attract media attention and they did get more coverage than Scherl.[2]

References

  1. [1]
    "Anja Scherl". Rio2016.com. Rio 2016 Organising Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Archived from the original on 15 August 2016. Retrieved 15 August 2016.
  2. [2]
    "Sisters Anna and Lisa Hahner have infuriated a nation". News.com.au. News Pty Limited. 17 August 2016. Retrieved 17 August 2016.


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