Wilma Rudolph: From Polio Survivor to Olympic Champion" "Discover the inspiring journey of Wilma Rudolph, the remarkable athlete who overcame polio to become an Olympic champion. Learn about her struggles and triumphs, from regaining her ability to walk to winning three gold medals at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Delve into her impact on sports and society as she broke barriers and became a symbol of determination and resilience. Celebrate the legacy of Wilma Rudolph, an icon of perseverance and exce

As a child, Wilma Rudolph was paralyzed by polio and contracted scarlet fever & double pneumonia. Doctors told her she would never walk again. Yet she went on to train, enter, & win the Rome 1960 Olympics Gold in 3 categories! Never ever let your future be determined by circumstances or by other's opinions! All video rights belong to Olympics | GLENN LIM

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The Fastest Woman in the World Wilma Rudolph earned the title “The Fastest Woman in the World” after her outstanding performance at the 1960 Rome Olympics, where she became the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field during a single Olympic Games | The Melanin Tree