Example Sentences

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Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson is receiving treatment in hospital following a "medical incident" at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina.

From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026

As former Olympic skiing gold medallist Lindsey Vonn watched from the stands, fans held up signs saying 'Welcome back Serena'.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Usyk, meanwhile, is one of boxing's most decorated fighters; an Olympic gold medallist, undisputed cruiserweight champion and two-time undisputed heavyweight champion who remains unbeaten in 24 professional bouts.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

"I'm here to represent the disability community on a snowboard, and I want to give the best show that I can," said American three-time Paralympic gold medallist Brenna Huckaby.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

"The same; the first man of his day at Christ Church, the great prizeman and medallist, 'the double first,' and, what many thought more of, the best-looking fellow in Oxford."

From Luttrell Of Arran Complete by Lever, Charles James