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Heartfelt Tribute To Gail Devers: Untold Track Stories

Nov 20, 2024 | Edition #52
👋 Hey, Speedsters!
Another day, another birthday special! Indeed, it's raining track birthdays in November but we’re loving every bit of this opportunity to dish out stories about the OG favorites. Thus, after we gave a heartwarming tribute to Allyson Felix on turning 39 last time, today is all about celebrating Gail Devers' glorious 59th!
Devers has been the pride and joy of USA track and field, taking life's Everest-sized challenges head-on and proving she’s made of the tough stuff! Whether it was pulling herself out of the jaws of illness or bouncing back on the track after motherhood, she’s beaten the odds every time. So here's revisiting a few stories from this She-ro's life!

📜 QUOTE OF THE DAY
“Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.”
— Gail Devers

In today’s newsletter, we’ll uncover these top stories from Gail Devers’ universe:
⚔️ Gail Devers’ Toughest Off-Track Battles
🏅 Her Epic Comeback
🫡 Her Daughters Carrying Her Legacy Ahead!
💅🏻 Flo-Jo and Devers Setting Trends in Track Fashion!