Meet 11 Female Athletes Poised to Win Gold and Make It Big in 2020

It's true: 2019 was a YEAR for women's sports - and 2020 has us even more excited. The big event is, of course, the 2020 Summer Olympics; we're eager to watch the debut of four new sports, including surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing, plus the return of the USWNT and the US Gymnastics Team, where the GOAT Simone Biles will be surrounded by talented new faces. Meanwhile, the race for the NCAA Women's Basketball title is already heating up. On the tennis circuit, a competitive set of young players is looking to make things difficult for veterans like Serena Williams.

Basically, there's a lot to be excited about in the world of women's sports and the growing group of badass athletes who are leading the charge. Ahead, meet the ones we're keeping tabs on in 2020. You'll find us here for the next 365 days, cheering on every incredible female athlete we see. We're so ready for you, 2020.

To learn more, visit teamusa.org. The Tokyo Olympics begin July 24th on NBC.



from POPSUGAR https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/female-athletes-to-watch-in-2020-47056644
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