American cyclist Kristen Faulkner strategically broke away in the last three kilometers to win gold in the 2024 Olympic women's road race, making her the first American woman to achieve this since 1984. She replaced another athlete in the event and capitalized on the disunity among other racers, leading to her victory.
Faulkner's journey into cycling started with riding around Central Park in New York City, progressing to joining Team TIBCO-Silicon Valley Bank by 2020 and ultimately committing full-time to cycling. She expressed her disbelief and gratitude for her achievement, hailing it as a dream come true.
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