What notable title was Fanny awarded in 1999?
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Answer
In 1999, Fanny Blankers-Koen was awarded the title of Female Athlete of the Century by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). This honor was given to her in recognition of her outstanding achievements in track and field during the 1930s. She won four gold medals at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany, and is considered to be one of the greatest athletes of all time.
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