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Edition #163 · Thursday, October 1, 2026 · 3732 positive stories
Underdog Wins

Retired Olympic superstar Jessie Diggins wins her first-ever 100 mile trail race

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Retired Olympian Jessie Diggins has completed her first 100 mile trail race, a notable achievement. The exact details of the event are not specified in the source text.

Why it's good news: It shows that even after retiring from Olympic competition, Jessie Diggins remains active and engaged with new challenges.

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