Overview
Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins silver in the women's road race at the Asian Games, having fled oppression in her home country to pursue a sporting dream.
Source
Originally published at www.bbc.co.uk.
Conflict & War
Cyclist who dressed as man to avoid Taliban wins silver medal
Key Takeaway
Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins silver in the women's road race at the Asian Games, having fled oppression in her home country to pursue a sporting dream.
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Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins silver in the women's road race at the Asian Games, having fled oppression in her home country to pursue a sporting dream.
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