Tori Bowie
American Sprinter
Tori Bowie was an American sprinter who won three medals at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. She was born on August 27, 1990, in Sand Hill, Mississippi. Before becoming an Olympic athlete, Bowie played basketball and ran track in high school. She attended the University of Southern Mississippi and later transferred to the University of Mississippi.
Bowie's Olympic success came in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 4x100-meter relay events. She won a gold medal in the relay, a silver medal in the 100-meter, and a bronze medal in the 200-meter. Bowie also won a gold medal in the 2017 World Championships in the 100-meter event.
Passing
On August 9, 2022, it was reported that Tori Bowie had passed away at the age of 32. The cause of her death has not been disclosed. Bowie's passing was a shock to the athletics community, and many athletes and fans expressed their condolences on social media.
Tori Bowie will be remembered as a talented athlete who achieved great success in her career. Her Olympic medals and world championship win are a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport of track and field.