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In a Surprise, Newcomer Wins a Silver Medal for the U.S.

Source :
New York Times. 8/28/2004, Vol. 153 Issue 52955, pD4-D4. 1/7p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Reports on the medal won by newcomer Nia Abdallah of the United States tae kwon do in the 2004 Athens Olympics in Greece. Advantages of Abdallah's lack of international experience on her matches against experienced opponents; Advancement of Abdallah to the finals before losing to South Korea's Jang Ji Won; Record set by Abdallah for being the first American Woman to win an Olympic match in tae kwon do.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
153
Issue :
52955
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
14488350