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Who is the only athlete to win the Olympic marathon title twice in succession_______________________?

Correct answer: D. Abebe Bikila

  • A. Mark Spitz
  • B. Nadia Comaneci
  • C. Kipchoge Keino
  • D. Abebe Bikila

Explanation

Abebe Bikila won the Olympic marathon in 1960 and successfully defended the title in 1964, making him the first athlete to win it twice consecutively. The other athletes listed are associated with different Olympic events.

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