Recognizing Laulauga Tausaga

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Laulauga Tausaga who became the United States first women's discus gold medalist at the World Athletics championship in August. Laulauga graduated from the University of Iowa in 2021 where she was the 2019 NCAA discus champion.

In a stunning display of talent and determination, her throw of 69.49 meters to win the world championship marked a significant improvement over her previous best. Laulauga's former Iowa track and field coach, Joey Woody, expressed immense pride in her journey.

He noted her unwavering dedication and resilience in the face of challenges, praising her as one of his best competitors the program has ever seen.

Laulauga Tausaga's legacy is firmly cemented as an eight-time all- American, a regional champion, and now as a gold medalist at the World Athletics--the first woman.

Mr. Speaker, I wish a very happy birthday to my husband, Curt Meeks. Happy birthday, honey.

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