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American women weren't exactly at the top of the food chain in the distance running world, as the with the introduction of middle distance events at the Olympics, the Soviets and Germans were the premiere powerhouses. One prodigy though, became a complete standout in her country, and through historical times after another, became one of the most revered and somewhat controversial figureheads in American distance running today.
Special thanks to Leah Ramsay for the VO.
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