Sara Moreira
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| Full name | Sara Isabel Fonseca Moreira | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Nationality |  Portugal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | October 17, 1985 Santo Tirso, Portugal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Sport | Athletics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event(s) | Long-distance running | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Sara Isabel Fonseca Moreira ComM (born 17 October 1985) is a Portuguese long-distance runner who has since transitioned into a career in politics. She is a highly decorated athlete, with medals from major international competitions, and currently serves as a vice-president of the Portuguese Athletics Federation and a councilwoman in her hometown of Santo Tirso.[1]
Athletic Career
Moreira specialized in middle and long-distance events, including the 3000-meter steeplechase, 5000 meters, 10,000 meters, and the half marathon. She was a dominant force in Portuguese athletics, winning 35 national titles and representing Portugal in four Olympic Games.[2]
Her most significant athletic achievements include:
- Gold Medal: 2016 European Half Marathon Championship
- Gold Medal: 2013 European Indoor 3000-meter Championship
- Silver Medal: 2010 European 5000-meter Championship
- Bronze Medal: 2014 New York City Marathon
In 2016, she was honored by the Portuguese state with the order of Comendadora da Ordem do Mérito for her contributions to sport. She officially retired from high-level competition on her 39th birthday, after a career spanning nearly three decades.
Political Career
Upon her retirement from athletics, Moreira began a new career in politics. She was elected as a councilwoman in her hometown of Santo Tirso and also holds the position of vice president of the Portuguese Athletics Federation.
References
- ↑ "Sara Moreira hung up her shoes and traded the tracks for politics". Público. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
- ↑ "Sara Moreira announces end of career after 20 years of High Competition". Jogada do Mes. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
