Alberto Salazar is an American athlete (track & field) known for working as a head coach at Nike Oregon Project.
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Breakthrough:Won the New York City Marathon three consecutive times and the 1982 Boston Marathon in the 'Duel in the Sun'
10 Quick Facts About Alberto Salazar
- Full Name: Alberto Salazar
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Sports professional
- Known For: Athlete (Track & Field) and Coach
- Date of Birth: August 7, 1958
- Age: 68 years old
- Place of Birth: Havana, Cuba
- Gender: Male
- Net Worth: $109,000-$15,225,000 (Estimated range)
- Salary: $56,000-$813,000 (Estimated range)
Alberto Salazar Age
Alberto Salazar is about 68 years old as of 2026. Alberto Salazar was born in 1958.
Alberto Salazar Height
Alberto Salazar stands at a height of 5 feet 11 inches. This is approximately 180 cm.
Career & Work
Alberto Salazar's career includes professional roles with Nike Oregon Project.
Organization: Nike Oregon Project
Role: Head Coach
Period: –2019
Details: Project shut down following doping violations; later permanently banned by SafeSport
Role: Long-distance runner
Period: 1970s–1980s
Rise to Fame
Alberto Salazar gained public attention through Won the New York City Marathon three consecutive times and the 1982 Boston Marathon in the 'Duel in the Sun'.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Alberto Salazar
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Sports Professional
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: August 7, 1958
- Age: 68
- Birthday: August 7
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Place of Birth: Havana, Cuba
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 11 in
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $56,000–$813,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $109,000–$15,225,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Sporting contracts and related professional work
