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Speed Skating - 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics - Womens 1000m Medal Presentation
East Germanys gold medal winner Christa Rothenburger Luding (gold), with compatriot Karin Enke-Kania, who won the silver, at the Olympic Oval, Calgary, Canada.
Rothenburger won the gold medal in a new World Record, she also won a silver medal in the 500m.
Later that year Rothenburger won a silver medal in sprint cycling at the Seoul Olympics, becoming the first woman to win medals in both the Winter and Summer Olympics.
26/02/1988
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This print captures the exhilarating moment of the medal presentation for the women's 1000m speed skating event at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Standing tall on the podium is Christa Rothenburger Luding, representing East Germany, adorned with a radiant gold medal around her neck. Beside her stands her compatriot Karin Enke-Kania, who proudly holds up her silver medal. Rothenburger's victory was not just remarkable but record-breaking as well. She shattered all expectations by setting a new World Record in this event, solidifying her status as an exceptional athlete. Adding to her already impressive achievements, Rothenburger also clinched a silver medal in the 500m race during these Olympics. However, Rothenburger's success did not end there. Later that same year, she made history once again by winning a silver medal in sprint cycling at the Seoul Olympics. This extraordinary feat made Rothenburger the first woman ever to secure medals in both Winter and Summer Olympic Games. Captured on February 26th, 1988 at Calgary's iconic Olympic Oval, this photograph immortalizes an unforgettable moment of triumph and showcases Rothenburger Luding's incredible talent and versatility across multiple disciplines.
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