OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaWilma Rudolph was a super fast runner who proved that nothing is impossible! She went from not being able to walk to becoming the fastest woman in the world. Wilma is a true hero who reminds us to always keep trying and never give up on our dreams!
Wilma worked so hard that she went to the 1960 Olympics in Rome, Italy! She became the fastest woman in the world and was the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field at one Olympic Games. People called her “The Tornado” because she was so fast on the track! Her story inspired people everywhere to believe in themselves.
- Wilma Rudolph was the first American woman to win three gold medals in track and field at one Olympics!
- She was one of 22 children in her family.
- People gave Wilma the nickname “The Tornado” because she ran so incredibly fast!
