Gabby Thomas Enters First Olympics After Sets Running Second-Fastest 200 Meter Dash of All Time
Gabby Thomas ran across the 200-meter dash finish line with her arms in the air.
The 24-year old raced her way to first place clocking in at a time of 21.61 seconds. That’s not only Thomas’ personal best, but also the second-fastest recorded time in history.
Thomas is also accomplished in the academic field. She is a Harvard graduate and working on her master’s in epidemiology.
Prior to the Olympic Trials, Thomas underwent an MRI for a hamstring injury. What it revealed, however, was a tumor on her liver. Shortly before the competition, she got news that the tumor was benign, and did not need to be operated on.
“I remember telling God, ‘If I am healthy, I’m gonna go out and win trials,” Thomas shared.
Check out her Olympic-worthy race below:
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