Pauline Davis's journey from poverty and racial inequality to Olympic success highlights her resilience as a Bahamian sprinter. Competing in five Olympic Games, she made history as the first Caribbean woman to win Olympic gold, inspiring her nation and breaking barriers in athletics. Her legacy extends beyond the track, as she became the first Black woman elected to the international governing body of athletics, showcasing her impact on sports and representation.
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The inspiring story of Pauline Davis, a Bahamian sprinter who fought through poverty, inequality, and racism to compete in five Olympic Games and become the first woman from the Caribbean to win Olympic gold. She would inspire an entire nation and go on to become the first Black woman elected to the international governing body of athletics.