| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Adriana Josefina Marchena Espinoza |
| Nickname | La Correcaminos |
| Born | 2 May 1956 La Vega Parish, Venezuela |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Event(s) | 400 m, 800 m, 1500 m |
Adriana Josefina Marchena Espinoza (born 2 May 1956) is a retired Venezuelan middle-distance runner. [1] She won multiple medals at regional level.
Outdoor
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