Hassiba Boulmerka is a former Algerian middle distance athlete. While under threat of death from fanatics, she won Algeria's first Olympic gold medal.
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In their own words 10
It was a triumph for women all over the world to stand up to their enemies, That's what made me really proud.
Hassiba spoke on her victory in Barcelona olympic in 2012.
My father worried a lot about me - it was an enormous stress for him, I knew that what I was doing was an incredible burden for him.
Hassiba spoke about her father in 2012.
As I crossed the line, I thrust a fist into the air, It was a symbol of victory, of defiance. It was to say: I did it! I won!
Hassiba recalled her race victory in 2012.
Awards 2
Connected to Hassiba 6
Suzanne LenglenAlso won prix Monique-Berlioux
Carolina MarínAlso won Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
Sito PonsAlso won Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
Laetitia RouxAlso won prix Monique-Berlioux
Seve BallesterosAlso won Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
José María OlazábalAlso won Princess of Asturias Award for SportsAbout this person
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