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What was Sally Pearson's first international medal in the 100m hurdles?

  • Bronze in the 2006 Commonwealth Games

  • Silver in the 2007 World Championships

  • Gold in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

  • Bronze in the 2008 Oceania Athletics Championships

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Sally Pearson won her first international medal in the 100m hurdles in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. She won the gold medal in a time of 12.28 seconds, becoming the first Australian woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the 100m hurdles. She also set a new national record in the process.
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