Quirot, Ana (1963–)
Quirot, Ana (1963–)
Cuban track-and-field athlete. Name variations: Ana Quirot Moret. Pronunciation: KEE-rote. Born Ana Fidelia Quirot Moret, Mar 23, 1963, in Cuba.
Won the bronze medal in the 800 meters at Barcelona Olympics (1992); suffered 3rd-degree burns over 40% of body while lighting a kerosene stove (1993); won the World championship (1995); won a silver medal in the 800 meters at Atlanta Olympics (1996).
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