For Saudi Judo Player, a Quick Loss But a Barrier Broken

Wojdan Shahrkhani lost her first judo match in just over a minute. But just by competing, she radiated joy as the first woman to represent Saudi Arabia in the Olympics.

Minky Worden

Published Aug. 3 2012 3:50PM EDT 

Minky Worden

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