You could argue that recognition on the world stage is dependant on the marketability of the athlete and the popularity of the track event in question.

i.e. 100M/4x100/Long Jump always get more media attention than Shot Put, Javelin, Hammer Toss, etc. In the 80s it was because of their success in those events that Flo-Jo and Carl Lewis became popular long after the track meets. Carl Lewis even had a rap video - lol.

And - when it comes down to a showdown of strength it is easier to market the male aspect of the sport - tying in with social norms.

Hard topic d00d. Good luck.

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thanks del for some much needed help

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Women are also becoming well known for the fact that when attacked, they are encouraged to use their legs because they're the strongest part of the body for women. Which you could tie into running sports and sports that women use their legs with?

You're probably finished your essay by now, tho.

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