Jackie Joyner-Kersee
American track and field athlete, Olympic gold medalist
Birthday Connections
March 3
5 people were born on this day
πBiography
Jacqueline Joyner-Kersee is a retired American track and field athlete, ranked among the all-time greatest athletes in the heptathlon as well as in the long jump. She won three gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals, and currently holds the world record for the heptathlon.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦Won three Olympic gold medals
- β¦Holds the women's heptathlon world record
- β¦Voted the Greatest Female Athlete of the 20th Century by Sports Illustrated
π¬Famous Quotes
"The only person who can stop you from reaching your goals is you.
"Age is no barrier. It's a limitation you put on your mind.
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