Fernando Andrés Martínez Román
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Fernando Andrés Martínez Román |
| Nationality |  Uruguay |
| Born | 22 January 1975 Durazno, Uruguay |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Ultramarathon |
| Club | Club Atlético Peñarol |
Fernando Andrés Martínez Román, born on January 22, 1975, is a distinguished Uruguayan runner and ultramarathoner, renowned for his impressive record of titles and international records.
Among his most notable achievements are the gold medal at IAU 24H Americas Championships in 2022..[1], the first place in the Copa IAU Sudamericana[2], and the third place in the Spartathlon 2023[3], a competition considered one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world[4].
Fernando is part of the Equipo Ultra of Club Atlético Peñarol[5] and has been selected by the Uruguayan Athletics Confederation to represent the country in the Intercontinental Championship of the Americas 24 Hours in 2022[6] and in the World Championship Berlin Bernau[6].
Biography[7][edit]
His journey as a marathon runner began in 2018 when he was 42 years old and suffered a heart attack. After recovering, a cardiologist recommended that he engage in exercise and adopt a healthier lifestyle. This marked the beginning of his transformation into an ultramarathon athlete.
Despite being originally from Durazno, Fernando moved to Montevideo at the age of 18 for work reasons and has been in the capital ever since. He maintains a deep connection with his hometown and often runs wearing a red Durazno jersey as a way of giving back to his community.
Fernando's daily life is a testament to his dedication. He works as a butcher and balances his daily work with rigorous training sessions.
His day starts at 7 in the morning, he begins working at 8, and continues until 1 in the afternoon. Afterward, he takes the opportunity to train. Even on days when training involves double sessions, he perseveres, often conducting his second workout after 8 in the evening.
Over the years, he gradually increased the distances he ran, adapting his body to the demands of ultramarathons.
Awards[edit]
2022, Gold medal in the IAU 24H Americas Championships, 245 km[1][8].
2023, First place in the Copa IAU Sudamericana (12H), 155 km[2].
2023, First major prize at the 4th Ultra Marathon of the Termas de Río Hondo, 214 km[9]
2023, Third place in the Spartathlon, 246 km[10]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Bedkowski, Jacek. "Results of the 1st IAU 24H Americas Championships". IAU - International Association of Ultrarunners (in Deutsch). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Bedkowski, Jacek. "First Copa IAU Sudamericana Ultramarathon race report". IAU - International Association of Ultrarunners (in Deutsch). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ Universal, 970 (2023-10-01). "Uruguayo supera la élite mundial y logra un podio en ultramaratón en Grecia por primera vez". 970 Universal (in español). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ Land, Tomos (2023-04-12). "Ultra running: 10 BRUTAL races that will astonish you". RUN247. Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ "Peñarol comienza a competir en Ultradistancia". Club Atlético Peñarol (in español). 2023-02-11. Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Selecciones 2022". Confederación Atlética del Uruguay (in español). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ "Peculiar historia de Fernando Martínez". Confederación Uruguaya de Deportes (in español). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ Paique, Gabriel (2022-11-22). "Ultramaratón / Fernando Martínez campeón en Brasil". laprensa.com.uy (in español). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ "El Premio mayor de la 4° Ultra Maratón de las Termas de Río Hondo se fue para Uruguay". insantiagodelestero.info (in español). Retrieved 2023-10-01.
- ↑ RunBryanRun, Bryan Ellis AKA (2023-10-01). "2023 Spartathlon Results - Top 10 Men and Women". RunBryanRun. Retrieved 2023-10-01.
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