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flag Mabel Staton, 92, a trailblazing African-American long jumper from the 1950s, has passed away.

flag Mabel Staton, the pioneering African-American long jumper who was the only woman to represent the U.S. in the long jump at the 1952 Olympics, has died at 92. flag Staton broke racial barriers and won four national long jump titles, also anchoring the winning 4x100-meter relay team at the 1955 Pan American Games. flag She was known for her resilience and dedication to her sport, despite the challenges of segregation.

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