Cathy Freeman is not just a name in athletics; she is a symbol of excellence and resilience. Her historic moment came during the Sydney 2000 Olympics, where she had the honor of lighting the Olympic ...
SYDNEY (AP) — Cathy Freeman thrilled Australians when she won the women's 400 meters gold medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, wearing a skin-tight, hooded running suit. She then excited controversy ...
The Indigenous athlete who lit the cauldron at the Sydney Olympics and went on to win the nation’s hearts joins an illustrious list of gold medallists in receiving our top gong.