Fanny Blankers-Koen was a Dutch athlete born on April 26, 1918, in Amsterdam. She is best known for her remarkable achievements in track and field, particularly during the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, where she won four gold medals in the 100 meters, 200 meters, 80-meter hurdles, and 4x100 meter relay. Her success earned her the nickname "The Flying Housewife" due to her status as a mother and her outstanding athletic performance. Throughout her career, Blankers-Koen broke multiple world records and became a symbol of female empowerment in sports. She was a pioneer for women in athletics, inspiring future generations of athletes, including notable figures like Florence Griffith-Joyner and Usain Bolt. Fanny Blankers-Koen passed away on January 25, 2009, but her legacy continues to influence the world of athletics.