Category: American swimmer
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RT @usatodaysports: On this day in 2016, American swimmer, Simone Manuel became the first Black woman to win an Olympic medal in an individual swimming event. 🥇 At 20-years-old, Manuel set a new record in the 100m freestyle and became an inspiration to many. 📸: Rob Schumacher, @usatodaysports https://t.co/klkIWrs1Gw
On this day in 2016, American swimmer, Simone Manuel became the first Black woman to win an Olympic medal in an individual swimming event. 🥇 At 20-years-old, Manuel set a new record in the 100m freestyle and became an inspiration to many. 📸: Rob Schumacher, @usatodaysports pic.twitter.com/klkIWrs1Gw — USA TODAY Sports (@usatodaysports) August 12, 2020…