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WATCH: Olympic Medalist “Kung Fu” Kenny Bednarek Talks Injury Recovery & Pre-Race Rituals

By Essence · Updated August 8, 2024
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Team USA Track Star, “Kung Fu” Kenny Bednarek, recently spoke with ESSENCE Black Women In Sports host and producer, Sharí Nycole, about how he overcame a serious injury and positioned himself for success at the Paris Games. He also shared his very unique pre-race ritual.

TOPICS:  “Kung Fu” Kenny Bednarek #BlackJoy2022 Olympics 2024