Nawal El Moutawakel - Pioneer of Muslim Women's Athletics
How a Moroccan woman hurdler took victory at the 1984 Olympics and inspired a generation.
Sporting Witness · BBC World Service
September 9, 20178m 57s
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Show Notes
In 1984, the Moroccan 400-metre hurdler, Nawal El Moutawakel, became the first Muslim woman to win an athletics gold at the Los Angeles Olympics. She talks to Rob Bonnet.
PHOTO: Nawal El Moutawakel crossing the finishing line (Getty Images)