Carl Lewis
US track & field athlete
Babe Didrikson Zaharias
American golfer and athlete
Babe Didrikson Zaharias was an incredibly talented American athlete who excelled in multiple sports, including golf, basketball, baseball, and track and field. She won multiple Olympic medals and professional golf championships, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest all-around athletes of her time.
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About the Babe Didrikson Zaharias
Mildred Ella “Babe” Didrikson Zahariaswas an American athlete who excelled in golf, basketball, baseball, and track and field. She won two gold medals and a silver in track and field at the 1932 Summer Olympics before turning to professional golf and winning 10 LPGA major championships.
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Babe Didrikson Zaharias competed in a wide range of sports, including golf, basketball, baseball, and track and field.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias won two gold medals and one silver medal in track and field at the 1932 Summer Olympics.
After turning professional, Babe Didrikson Zaharias won 10 LPGA major championships, cementing her status as one of the greatest golfers of her era.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias was born on June 26, 1911.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias’ full name was Mildred Ella ,Babe, Didrikson Zaharias.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias passed away on September 27, 1956.
Babe Didrikson Zaharias is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-around athletes of her time, dominating multiple sports and winning numerous championships and Olympic medals.