Trailblazing women in track and field

Over the years, many women have made contributions to track and field. Betty Robinson became the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport, paving the way for athletes such as Fanny Blankers-Koen, Wilma Rudolph, Joan Benoit, and Elaine Thompson-Herah. Learn more about each woman's struggles and successes, and find out what makes them trailblazers.