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Which event did Wilma Rudolph win a bronze medal in 1956?

  • 4 × 100-meter relay

  • 100-meter dash

  • 200-meter dash

  • Long jump

Answer

In 1956, Wilma Rudolph earned a bronze medal in the 4 × 100-meter relay at the Olympic Games in Melbourne, Australia. This marked a significant achievement for Rudolph, who had overcome polio as a child and defied expectations to become a world-renowned sprinter. The 4 × 100-meter relay involves four runners who each complete a 100-meter leg, passing a baton to the next runner.
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