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What Happened to mary rand?

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Mary Rand, the first British woman to win Olympic athletics gold, has died at the age of 86. Her passing has prompted widespread tributes to the legendary athlete, often dubbed 'Marilyn Monroe on spikes' for her charisma and success.

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Mary Rand, first British woman to win Olympic athletics gold, dies aged 86

The Guardian
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Mary Rand, Britain’s Olympic champion dubbed ‘Marilyn Monroe on spikes’, dies aged 86

The Telegraph
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Athletics trailblazer and legend Mary Rand dies aged 86

British Athletics

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