Wilma Rudolph is a prime example of victory over adversity. Inspirationally, Rudolph overcame several serious childhood health problems, including a crippled left leg that required the use of metal braces at age 6, to become the fastest woman in the world. She struck gold in the 100 meters, 200 meters, and 4 x 100-meter relay at the 1960 Rome Olympics to become the first American woman to win three events in track and field during a single Olympics. Rudolph said, “The triumph can’t be had without the struggle.”
