Erin Jackson of US wins Olympic gold, becoming first Black woman medalist in speedskating
“Hopefully, this has an effect,” Jackson said. “Hopefully, we’ll see more minorities, especially in the USA, getting out and trying these winter sports.”
But teammate Brittany Bowe, another Ocala skater who finished first at the trials, gave up her spot on the team to ensure Jackson would get to compete in Beijing.As it turned out, the Americans received a third slot in the 500 when the final allocations were made, so Bowe got to skate as well. She finished 16th.“She hugged me and we cried,” the winner said. “She said she’s really proud of me, and I said a lot of thank yous.
During the current World Cup season, Jackson suddenly emerged as one of the world’s best sprinters. She won four of eight 500 races — the first Black woman to earn one of those titles, as well — and came to the Olympics as one the favorites.
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