AB Hernandez, a transgender high school junior, achieved remarkable success at the CIF State Track and Field Championships, winning multiple gold medals despite significant pressure from critics, including President Trump. Competing under extreme heat and public scrutiny from protesters, Hernandez showcased her resilience by winning state titles in both the triple jump and high jump, while also finishing second in the long jump. Her achievements became emblematic of the ongoing debate over transgender athletes in sports, with a supportive message from her mother underscoring the personal stakes involved.
"As your mother, I cannot fully express how PROUD I am of you. Watching you rise above months of being targeted, misunderstood, and pressured to quit means everything to me."
"Despite the intense challenges and protests shouting against my participation, I remained focused on my performance and my passion for the sport."
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