Florence Griffith Joyner died in her sleep
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SEOUL – 1988: Florence Griffith Joyner competes in the women’s track events during the 1988 Summer Olympics XXIV games in Seoul. (Photo by Focus on Sport via Getty Images)
A look back at Flojo’s iconic career
Florence Griffith Joyner had an astonishing career, changing the sport with her unbelievable skills on the track. Remarkably, her records are not only unbroken in 100m but also in the 200m race, as she had clocked the world’s fastest time of 21.34 seconds.
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JULY 1988: Florence Griffith Joyner competes during the 200m at the 1988 US Track and Field Olympic Trials in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Focus On Sport/Getty Images)
In her Olympic outings, Florence had clinched three gold medals, showcasing her dominance in 100m, 200m, and 400m races. While she had also secured silver medals in 200m and 400m races.
The American sprinting icon has not only inspired women athletes with her skills but has also influenced many with her confident fashion. From her clothes to long nails, Flojo started the now prevalent style in women athletes in track and field. Although she is not alive anymore, her work and glories in the sport are still looked up to by female athletes.
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