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Winning Men
Auto racing: Danica Patrick Indy300 in 2008 Japan
By that time, as Danica Patrick was named Rookie of the Year at the Indianapolis 500 in 2005, the world racers knew that this woman has already had some sort of champion. However, it took a few years to an American born in Wisconsin finally reached incredible heights. It took place on 20 April 2008 at Indy300 in Japan. She finished five seconds before Elio Kastronevisa. Danica became the first woman to win the race IndyCar.
Racing (Jockey): Julie Crone at Belmont Stakes in 1993
Even as a child, Julie Crown American is already considered an experienced rider and speak at events in West Michigan, but that it was not enough. She dreamed of becoming a professional jockey and her idol was Steve Cauthen. And January 30, 1981 Crown took a step to the realization of the dream, making his debut in the race Tampa Bay Downs in Florida. Just two weeks later, Julie won their first jumps, approve as rider. In 1993, the Crown achieved what could not reach any woman before; she won the Belmont Stakes on Colonial Affair. Due to this success, Julie became the first female jockey to win horse racing Triple Crown. She came to the National Museum and Hall of Fame racing, the National Women's Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame riders. But Julie did not stop there. In 2003, the Crown became the first woman jockey to win a horse race Breeders' Cup at Santa Anita.
Ultramarathon: Pam Reed on Ultramarathon Badwater 2002 and 2003
In July, the sun over Death Valley, California, is considered the most destructive and deadly, but this weather is considered ideal for one of the most difficult marathons - Ultramarathon Badwater. The length of the marathon over 217 kilometers with start in the town of Badwater, the lowest point in North America, and the finish on Mount Whitney. Because of the harsh environment record Irina Reutovich 29:48:27 2000 considered unattainable. Therefore, the 41-year-old Pam Reed, an experienced marathon runner, had for a long time to persuade to take part in the race. However, when she did it in 2002, and came first, and broke the record Reutovich 1 hour and 52 minutes, everyone was shocked. Also next participant crossed the finish line more than 4 hours. And Pam has proven that it was not a fluke by winning the marathon again in 2003.
Bowling: Kelly Kulick in the Tournament of Champions in 2010
June 4, 2006 in New Jersey, Kelly Kulick changed history by becoming the first player in bowling female, be allowed to participate in the Professional Bowling Association (PBA), so she could participate in any competitions PBA for the season 2006-2007. Shortly thereafter, Kelly has set for itself the goal of becoming the first woman to receive the title of winner of the PBA. And Kulik made it to the Tournament of Champions PBA 2010. Kelly has qualified for the tournament by winning the inaugural Women's World Championship PBA, and proven ability to participate in the prestigious competition, beating Chris Barnes in the final with a score of 265-195. After the historic victory shone Kulik: "Obviously, this is - a turning point in my career, and women's sports in general, but I really would like to see this sport drew profits from my victory."
Freestyle wrestling. Michaela Hutchison at High School State Meet Alaska 2006
Women compete with men? It sounds at least strange. But in 2005, 17 women were eligible to participate in the championships in wrestling, which was also attended by men. But Michaela Hutchison from Anchorage, Alaska, changed history in 2006 by becoming the first female wrestler wrestler who won a national championship with muzhchin.Ona got into the sport thanks to his brothers, two of whom were holders of this title, before they became Michaela. However, Hutchinson surprise when Michaela was able to win the final in just 16 seconds. Herself her victory was not as surprising as it participated in the tournament as the number one fighter in his weight class. Hutchinson finished the season with a score of 45-4.
Equestrian: Anky van Grunsven at the Olympic Games 2000, 2004 and 2008.
Horse racing is one of two Olympic sports in which men and women compete against each other on equal terms. The girl from the Netherlands on behalf of Anky van Grunsven managed to win gold at the Olympics three times (in 2000, 2004, 2008). Even more surprising is that van Grunsven won her second gold medal in 2004 in Athens. She gave birth to a child in the same year and in subsequent years has increased the number of their Olympic medals. To date, she has 3 gold, 5 silver and 1 bronze medal in seven consecutive Olympics.
Tennis: Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs on Battle of the Sexes 1973
Before his retirement in 1951, Bobby Riggs was considered one of the best tennis players of the world with its six major titles. He also admitted to three years of tennis racket number 1, this occurred in 1939, 1946, 1947. However, even after Riggs stopped playing, he continued to remain in the spotlight, promoting sports and paying particular attention to progress in this sport. But a "cockroach" never left his head. All his life he believed that the man in tennis will always be much more successful than the woman. And in his 55 years, he said that he could beat any top player-woman. He was able to confirm a word, beating Margaret Court, then the number 1 tennis player in the match, which was held on May 13, 1973. However, Billie Jean King, another lady from the top of the list, forced to change their judgments Riggs, beating him 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 September 20, 1973. But not all so simple regarded the victory of King since she was 26 Riggs years younger and in addition, there was speculation that Riggs intentionally lost the match to deal with their debts.
Competitions eaters Sonya Thomas at the "National Festival wings" in Buffalo in 2003
Sonya Thomas, a small American of Korean descent, not like a girl who eats a lot, but it is at the top of the rankings of the best eaters in the world. She even called the "Black Widow" because of the regularity with which it wins the men who five times superior to it in size. In 2003, Thomas won the "National Festival wings" in Buffalo, where she competed with men and won by eating 134 winglet for 12 minutes and earn 6 more similar titles in 2004 and in the period from 2007 to 2011. But she did not stop there and created a sensation in the competition-eating hotdogs "Nathan's Famous". She never won there, but in 2004 she swallowed 26.5 hot dogs in 12 minutes.
Boxing: Jackie Tonawanda defeated Larry Rodan on Aaron Bank's Oriental World of Self-Defense Show in 1975
Jackie Tonawanda, nicknamed "Woman Ali" in the 1970s and 1980s, was among the pioneers of women's professional boxing. She was one of three women who successfully won a case against the Athletes' Commission of New York State, which issued licenses boxers. Jackie confirmed his legendary status June 8, 1975, when she became the first female boxer, has a right to fight in Madison Square Garden. Her opponent was a man Larry Rodan. Even more strikingly, Tonawanda won appointment by knockout in the second round.
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By that time, as Danica Patrick was named Rookie of the Year at the Indianapolis 500 in 2005, the world racers knew that this woman has already had some sort of champion. However, it took a few years to an American born in Wisconsin finally reached incredible heights. It took place on 20 April 2008 at Indy300 in Japan. She finished five seconds before Elio Kastronevisa. Danica became the first woman to win the race IndyCar.
Racing (Jockey): Julie Crone at Belmont Stakes in 1993
Even as a child, Julie Crown American is already considered an experienced rider and speak at events in West Michigan, but that it was not enough. She dreamed of becoming a professional jockey and her idol was Steve Cauthen. And January 30, 1981 Crown took a step to the realization of the dream, making his debut in the race Tampa Bay Downs in Florida. Just two weeks later, Julie won their first jumps, approve as rider. In 1993, the Crown achieved what could not reach any woman before; she won the Belmont Stakes on Colonial Affair. Due to this success, Julie became the first female jockey to win horse racing Triple Crown. She came to the National Museum and Hall of Fame racing, the National Women's Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame riders. But Julie did not stop there. In 2003, the Crown became the first woman jockey to win a horse race Breeders' Cup at Santa Anita.
Ultramarathon: Pam Reed on Ultramarathon Badwater 2002 and 2003
In July, the sun over Death Valley, California, is considered the most destructive and deadly, but this weather is considered ideal for one of the most difficult marathons - Ultramarathon Badwater. The length of the marathon over 217 kilometers with start in the town of Badwater, the lowest point in North America, and the finish on Mount Whitney. Because of the harsh environment record Irina Reutovich 29:48:27 2000 considered unattainable. Therefore, the 41-year-old Pam Reed, an experienced marathon runner, had for a long time to persuade to take part in the race. However, when she did it in 2002, and came first, and broke the record Reutovich 1 hour and 52 minutes, everyone was shocked. Also next participant crossed the finish line more than 4 hours. And Pam has proven that it was not a fluke by winning the marathon again in 2003.
Bowling: Kelly Kulick in the Tournament of Champions in 2010
June 4, 2006 in New Jersey, Kelly Kulick changed history by becoming the first player in bowling female, be allowed to participate in the Professional Bowling Association (PBA), so she could participate in any competitions PBA for the season 2006-2007. Shortly thereafter, Kelly has set for itself the goal of becoming the first woman to receive the title of winner of the PBA. And Kulik made it to the Tournament of Champions PBA 2010. Kelly has qualified for the tournament by winning the inaugural Women's World Championship PBA, and proven ability to participate in the prestigious competition, beating Chris Barnes in the final with a score of 265-195. After the historic victory shone Kulik: "Obviously, this is - a turning point in my career, and women's sports in general, but I really would like to see this sport drew profits from my victory."
Freestyle wrestling. Michaela Hutchison at High School State Meet Alaska 2006
Women compete with men? It sounds at least strange. But in 2005, 17 women were eligible to participate in the championships in wrestling, which was also attended by men. But Michaela Hutchison from Anchorage, Alaska, changed history in 2006 by becoming the first female wrestler wrestler who won a national championship with muzhchin.Ona got into the sport thanks to his brothers, two of whom were holders of this title, before they became Michaela. However, Hutchinson surprise when Michaela was able to win the final in just 16 seconds. Herself her victory was not as surprising as it participated in the tournament as the number one fighter in his weight class. Hutchinson finished the season with a score of 45-4.
Equestrian: Anky van Grunsven at the Olympic Games 2000, 2004 and 2008.
Horse racing is one of two Olympic sports in which men and women compete against each other on equal terms. The girl from the Netherlands on behalf of Anky van Grunsven managed to win gold at the Olympics three times (in 2000, 2004, 2008). Even more surprising is that van Grunsven won her second gold medal in 2004 in Athens. She gave birth to a child in the same year and in subsequent years has increased the number of their Olympic medals. To date, she has 3 gold, 5 silver and 1 bronze medal in seven consecutive Olympics.
Tennis: Billie Jean King beat Bobby Riggs on Battle of the Sexes 1973
Before his retirement in 1951, Bobby Riggs was considered one of the best tennis players of the world with its six major titles. He also admitted to three years of tennis racket number 1, this occurred in 1939, 1946, 1947. However, even after Riggs stopped playing, he continued to remain in the spotlight, promoting sports and paying particular attention to progress in this sport. But a "cockroach" never left his head. All his life he believed that the man in tennis will always be much more successful than the woman. And in his 55 years, he said that he could beat any top player-woman. He was able to confirm a word, beating Margaret Court, then the number 1 tennis player in the match, which was held on May 13, 1973. However, Billie Jean King, another lady from the top of the list, forced to change their judgments Riggs, beating him 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 September 20, 1973. But not all so simple regarded the victory of King since she was 26 Riggs years younger and in addition, there was speculation that Riggs intentionally lost the match to deal with their debts.
Competitions eaters Sonya Thomas at the "National Festival wings" in Buffalo in 2003
Sonya Thomas, a small American of Korean descent, not like a girl who eats a lot, but it is at the top of the rankings of the best eaters in the world. She even called the "Black Widow" because of the regularity with which it wins the men who five times superior to it in size. In 2003, Thomas won the "National Festival wings" in Buffalo, where she competed with men and won by eating 134 winglet for 12 minutes and earn 6 more similar titles in 2004 and in the period from 2007 to 2011. But she did not stop there and created a sensation in the competition-eating hotdogs "Nathan's Famous". She never won there, but in 2004 she swallowed 26.5 hot dogs in 12 minutes.
Boxing: Jackie Tonawanda defeated Larry Rodan on Aaron Bank's Oriental World of Self-Defense Show in 1975
Jackie Tonawanda, nicknamed "Woman Ali" in the 1970s and 1980s, was among the pioneers of women's professional boxing. She was one of three women who successfully won a case against the Athletes' Commission of New York State, which issued licenses boxers. Jackie confirmed his legendary status June 8, 1975, when she became the first female boxer, has a right to fight in Madison Square Garden. Her opponent was a man Larry Rodan. Even more strikingly, Tonawanda won appointment by knockout in the second round.
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