In the rainy season, sometimes to get to the first lesson we had to run really quick, because we had to cross the river to school and we'd have to go up and down the bank to find a place… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
When I run in Ethiopia, I look out and see eucalyptus trees and rivers. — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
I always tell young athletes the same thing, 'Wherever you go, whatever you do, what must your top priority be? Running.' — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
This hand is not very active always, because it was in this hand that I carried my books. My carrying hand was always my… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
My father thought sport was something fun - he didn't know it was a way to make money. — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
He was not a runner, my father, but he was quick. I always remember it was very difficult to escape from him when he… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
Why should I say I will retire in three or four years? You retire the very moment you utter those words. — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
The marathon always starts after 30K. That's where the problems start. You start without any problems, without any pain. All the pain comes after… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
My father didn't think running was sensible. He told me running is just wasting time. — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
The more you are getting older, you lose a little something. Of course there is another advantage, because of your long experience you can… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
I was the kind of child who worked hard every day with the cows and sheep - I was a very aggressive boy. — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
When I had no shoes I was comfortable - I used to run barefoot. When I wore shoes it was difficult. To run in… — Haile Gebrselassie Copy Share Image
