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It was not until the end of my freshman year in high school that I thought I could really have a future in track and field. I definitely did not think I could make it to the Olympics back then, though I was just focused on making it to the state finals!

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Allyson Felix
Age: 38
Born: 1985
Born: November 18
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Allyson Michelle Felix
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