In honor of Black History Month, we are honoring 29 trailblazing athletes who shaped the professional sports world, broke barriers and left an indelible mark on the culture.

There may not be a bigger underdog story in the history of track than that of Wilma Rudolph. Rudolph battled a number physical disability possible on her way to becoming one of the best athletes ...

Wilma Rudolph, an iconic figure in Olympic history, emerged from humble beginnings and significant physical challenges to become one of the most celebrated athletes of the 20th century.

This is especially true in sports, as many Black female athletes have trained their ... Born prematurely and diagnosed with polio, Wilma Rudolph overcame all odds and became a world-record-holding ...