“I stood up, leaving a pool of sweat on the mat below. I saw the outline of my body imprinted in sweat on the chalky blue mat. A sweat angel. How gross, I thought. 'Look, Mihai,' I said, pointing at it. 'That's the sign of a hard worker right there.”
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Fierce: How Competing for Myself Changed Everything
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Aly Raisman
Aly Raisman, born on May 25, 1994, is an accomplished American gymnast known for her exceptional skills and remarkable achievements in the sport. She has won multiple world championships and Olympic gold medals, becoming one of the greatest gymnasts in history. more
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