This archive report was first published on 14 October 2019.
On October 13, 2019, Kenyan athlete Brigid Kosgei made history by breaking the 17-year-old record in the Chicago Marathon, finishing with a time of 2:14:04.
This achievement surpassed the previous record held by Britain's Paul Radcliffe, who had completed the marathon in 2:15:25 in 2002.
Simone Biles, a celebrated gymnast, also made headlines by setting a record-breaking 25th medal win at the world championships.
Her achievement surpassed the record held by Belarusian gymnast Scherbo, who had a career total of 23 medals in world championships.
Meanwhile, 15-year-old tennis player Coco Gauff became the youngest champion in her WTA tournament in Linz, Austria, winning the title in 15 years.
These three women have inspired many in their achievements and proved to the world that women are equally able in sports.
