Recently netizens took to Twitter and went down a sporting memory lane. A Twitter user asked sporting fans who they would like to add to their Women’s Sports Mount Rushmore. Fans were quick to react with an out-pour of impassioned tweets highlighting their favorite women’s sporting legends’ profound impact over the years.
Among the plethora of legends being discussed, one superstar is still being celebrated, decades after her retirement. Such is the legacy and record-breaking performances that make her a true icon of the women’s sporting world. Florence Joyner, popularly known as FloJo, truly revolutionized women’s athletics.
Florence Joyner was a pioneer in women’s sports
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With over 5 Olympic medals and 2 World Championship medals, Florence Joyner’s distinctive style and electrifying speed led her to become a legend in the sport. FloJo went as far as to set new world records in 1988 for the 100m and 200m. Still considered one of the ‘fastest women in the world’, FloJo’s breathtaking performances in the 1988 Seoul Olympics forever etched her name in track and field history.
Florence Joyner’s impact transcended her on-field achievements. FloJo was influential in inspiring generations of athletes, particularly women, and enabled them to push their boundaries and achieve greatness. The 5-time Olympic winner, with her undeniable grace, became a symbol of triumph for others. Fans always include Florence Joyner when discussing women’s sporting legends online.
Uniting the Twitterverse
A recent Twitter poll showcased the impact and legacy of Florence Joyner. The tweet in question since has 1.5 million views and asked users to name-drop their Women’s Sports Mount Rushmore legends. While a lot of past and present athletes were being mentioned, Florence Joyner emerged as a unifying force, with everybody sharing the same opinion about her greatness.
A user was quick to mention FloJo in his Women’s Sports Mount Rushmore.
Mary Lou Retton!
Flo Jo!
Janet Evans!
— Benjamin Ryan (@benryanwriter) June 20, 2023
Another user tweeted, “spell out her name y?all- respect!” while referring to Florence Joyner.
https://twitter.com/Staciegregory/status/1671252697687924736?s=20
A user found it unfair to only include 4 legends.
Althea Gibson/ Billy Jean King, Flo Jo, Cheryl Miller, Mia Hamm
— It is what it is. Keep That Same Energy. (@candachi87) June 20, 2023
Another user made sure to expand her list and include FloJo.
Simone Biles, Nadia Comăneci, Serena Williams, Martina Navratilova
And i'd do a quick expansion to add Wilma Rudolph, Flo Jo, and Jackie Joyner-Kersee
— KMG365 ☕ 🥀 🐝 (@starbucksgirl51) June 20, 2023
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This fan also included Florence Joyner on her list.
In no order…Abby Wambach, Billie Jean King, Simone Biles, FloJo, Megan Rapinoe. I’m also a huge soccer fan!
— Erin M Barlow (@ErinMBarlow) June 20, 2023
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Florence Joyner’s unmatched speed and her off-the-field impact are just some things that people still remember her for. After decades of FloJo’s passing, her legacy and impact are still going strong even to this day. Her remarkable feats and unrivalled speed continue to remind us of her greatness. The Twitter thread showcases that FloJo left an indelible mark on future sporting generations to come.
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