Dalila Tayebi

Pioneer of Algerian women's athletics. She was a role model of many athletes in her versatility. With the proof of her African record in heptathlon (5226 pts in 1982), she had numerous wins over Magribian circuit in early 80s, even she contested 3000 metres or cross-country races.

Tayebi won only African medal in long jump in 1984. Owned a milestone mark in long jump: Became first Algerian women over 6 metres (1981).

PERSONAL BESTS
Long jump: 6.10 (Algiers 1981)
High jump: 1.72 (Algiers 1983)
Heptathlon: 5555 (Casablanca 1983)

TRIVIA
♦ Emigrated to France in 1990s.
♦ First coach of fellow Algerian heptathlon star, Yasmina Azzizi.