Apart from her Olympic titles, what else added to Fanny's fame?
Her Acting Career
Her Music Career
Her Style and Fashion
Her European Titles, Dutch Championships and World Records
Answer
Fanny Blankers-Koen's Olympic titles added to her fame, but her European titles, Dutch Championships and World Records also helped her achieve worldwide recognition. She was the first woman to win four gold medals at a single Olympic Games, and her achievements inspired a generation of female athletes.
The Empowering Journey of Fanny Blankers-Koen: Triumphs at the 1948 London Olympics
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