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Ahmed Issa

Ahmed Issa (17 July 1943 – 1983) was a Chadian middle-distance runner. Born in Ouham in Ubangi-Shari, he represented Chad in international competition and set a national record in the 800 metres in 1962. He then competed at the 1964 Summer Olympics as part of the first Chadian delegation at an Olympic Games. There, he ran in the men's 800 metres and reached the semifinals.

Footage of him in Tokyo was featured in the 1965 documentary film ''Tokyo Olympiad''. After the 1964 Summer Games, he competed at the 1965 All-Africa Games and set a national record in the 1500 metres, also winning the bronze medal in the event. He also competed at the 1968 Summer Olympics in the men's 800 metres and men's 1500 metres, advancing to the semifinals at the latter. Provided by Wikipedia