Fanny Blankers-Koen
14th April 1950: Lord Burghley, chairman of the Olympic Games organising committee, pointing out to Fanny Blankers-Koen of Holland, her name on the roll of honour of winning contestants at the 1948 London Olympics. She won four gold medals in the 100 metres, 200 metres, 80 metres hurdles and sprint relay. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)