Kerri Strug, born on November 19, 1977, is a renowned gymnast. She gained worldwide fame for her performance in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, where she completed a historic vault known as the 'Strug jump' in the final round, helping the United States women's gymnastics team win the gold medal. This act of courage and determination has made her one of the most iconic figures in sports history.
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