Gabby Douglas – The smallest United States’ woman gymnast provided the biggest thrills and claimed the ultimate Olympic prize Thursday. Gabby Douglas, deemed “The Flying Squirrel” for her daring aerial maneuvers, was nearly flawless in capturing the all-around gold medal, becoming the first woman of color to secure gymnastics’ top accolades. It was an exhilarating [...]
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