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EarlG

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3. Don't forget to mention
Sun Jun 1, 2025, 10:37 AM
Jun 1

that she also tied with two other girls in the high jump (all three jumped the exact same height) and came second in the long jump.

It's just that if you leave that out, it might come across as if you're trying to imply that she dominated the competition, when in fact she was completely on par with the other top girls who were competing.

Here's what one of the other girls who shared the high jump gold medal said:

“Sharing the podium was nothing but an honor,” White said. “As a part of the queer community I want AB Hernandez to know we all have her back.”

https://www.kcra.com/article/california-track-and-field-finals-ab-hernandez-results/64936156

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