Tamesue Dai

Born in Hiroshima Prefecture in 1978. Graduated from Hōsei University. After competing as a sprinter in junior and senior high school, focused exclusively on the 400-meter hurdles beginning in university. Won the bronze medal at the 2001 and 2005 IAAF World Championships, becoming the first Japanese medalist in a track event. Holds the Japanese record for the event, with a time of 47.89 seconds. Retired from competition in 2012. Currently active as a sports commentator, as well as engaging widely in social education activities. Also serves as a representative director of the Athlete Society, an incorporated association that helps athletes with their second careers, and as goodwill sports ambassador for the Bhutan Olympic Committee, among other positions.

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Jul 8, 2015