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Mary Lou Retton

Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.

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Athletes who have won medals often imagine trying their skills in a different sport than the one they are known for. This shows that even successful competitors are curious about exploring new challenges beyond their main area of fame.

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