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The Greatest Summer Olympic Moments of All Time: Mary Lou Retton, Muhammad Ali and More

2024-07-25

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“I tried as hard as I [could], that’s very precious to me,” said Flo-Jo of taking gold three times at the Seoul 1988 Games — including in the 200-meter race, setting a world record that still stands today. She still also holds the record for the 100-meter. Sadly, Florence passed away in ’98 at just 38.

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