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Olympic long jump champion Tara Davis-Woodhall survived a head-on collision that totaled both cars, and despite a severe concussion, she's focused on recovery and grateful to be alive. The 27-year-old is working with doctors to heal and hasn't ruled out competing at next week's championships.
British Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson is training with a tight-knit Manchester running group that's becoming one of the world's most successful track clubs. The M11 Track Club's unique blend of community support and brutal training sessions is helping athletes reach new heights.
A fishing village kid who didn't even like running became his tiny island nation's first Olympic champion and inspired a generation. Nearly two decades later, Kirani James is still competing at the highest level and giving back to Caribbean athletics.
