Kristen Faulkner Wins Two Olympic Gold Medals

Kristen Faulkner, a former venture capitalist from Alaska, made history by winning two gold medals in different cycling disciplines at the Paris 2024 Olympics. She clinched gold in both the women's road race and the team pursuit, marking the first U.S. gold in the road race in 40 years and the first-ever U.S. gold in the team pursuit. Faulkner's journey to the Olympics was marked by a late start in cycling, a serious crash, and a swift rise from hobbyist to professional cyclist. Despite the whirlwind of events and media attention, she focused on recovery and preparation for each race, reflecting her 'go big or go home' mentality from her venture capital days. Faulkner's success underscores her determination and ability to overcome significant challenges, both physical and psychological. Her next goal is to compete in the Tour de France Femmes.