Team GB’s golden girl dominated the 800m final to break her silver curse and win gold at the Paris Olympics. The 22-year-old had finished second at successive World Championships having won silver on her Olympic debut in Tokyo as a teenager three years ago. Hodgkinson entered the final as favourite and duly delivered on her tag with a performance to mark her occasion on the biggest stage.
Born in Atherton, Hodgkinson began running as a child with the Leigh Harriers at nine years old and was a European youth champion by 16 with English titles to her name. The Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join us! Through the app, we'll send you the sassiest showbiz stories, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens..
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If you’re curious, you can read our . Her sporting talent from a young age saw her bond a close friendship with star Ella Toone, who was two years above her in secondary school. Hodgkinson earned the nickname ‘Mini Ella’ because.