Hannah Astro was the first woman to receive an Olympic gold medal. Competing in the year 1900, she participated in the Paris Olympics and won her medal in the sport of sailing, specifically in the one-design class event. This groundbreaking achievement opened doors for women in sports and marked a significant milestone in the history of the Olympic Games. Astro’s participation not only challenged gender norms of her time but also paved the way for future generations of female athletes to compete at the highest levels in international sports.