Statements (344)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Athlete
|
| gptkbp:advocacy |
Indigenous rights
Promotes equality in sports |
| gptkbp:advocates_for |
Indigenous rights
|
| gptkbp:athletics |
Long-distance running
Mentoring young athletes |
| gptkbp:awarded_to |
the Medal of the Order of Australia
|
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Order_of_Australia
gptkb:award gptkb:Australian_of_the_Year gptkb:Australian_of_the_Year_1998 gptkb:Australian_Sports_Medal gptkb:Order_of_Australia_Medal gptkb:Australian_Institute_of_Sport_Athlete_of_the_Year Various national and international awards Numerous accolades throughout her career Commonwealth Games bronze medal Commonwealth Games silver medal Queensland Sportswoman of the Year Sport Australia Hall of Fame Inductee World Athletics Championships gold medal World Indoor Championships gold medal Indigenous Sportswoman of the Year Sport Australia Hall of Fame inductee Athletics Australia Hall of Fame inductee Australian Athletics Championships bronze medal Australian Athletics Championships gold medal Australian Athletics Championships silver medal Australian Olympic Committee Athlete of the Year Australian Sports Commission Athlete of the Year IAAF Grand Prix Final gold medal IAAF World Championships bronze medal IAAF World Championships silver medal IAAF World Cup gold medal Queensland Sport Hall of Fame inductee Queensland Sports Hall of Fame inductee |
| gptkbp:biography |
Cathy Freeman: The Story of an Australian Legend
Cathy Freeman: The Story of My Life Cathy Freeman: A Life in Motion |
| gptkbp:birth_date |
1973-02-16
February 16, 1973 |
| gptkbp:birth_place |
gptkb:Mackay,_Queensland,_Australia
|
| gptkbp:born_on |
February 16, 1973
|
| gptkbp:career_games_played |
track and field
|
| gptkbp:career_start |
gptkb:1990
1990s |
| gptkbp:championship |
1997, 1999
|
| gptkbp:charity |
Support for health initiatives
Supporting education for Indigenous children. |
| gptkbp:charity_work |
gptkb:Cathy_Freeman_Foundation
Advocacy for Indigenous rights Supporting Indigenous education Promoting education for Indigenous children Supporting health initiatives for Indigenous communities |
| gptkbp:children |
gptkb:1
2 |
| gptkbp:commonwealth_games_participations |
1990, 1994, 1998
|
| gptkbp:community_impact |
Advocacy for equality
Promoting health and fitness. |
| gptkbp:community_involvement |
Community development projects
Local community initiatives |
| gptkbp:competed_in |
gptkb:1996_Summer_Olympics
gptkb:Commonwealth_Games |
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:Australia
|
| gptkbp:cultural_aspect |
gptkb:Native_American_culture
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:Significant
Role model for Indigenous Australians Promoted diversity in sports Inspiration for women in sports Promoting reconciliation in Australia Symbol of hope and unity Symbol of reconciliation in Australia Increased visibility of Indigenous athletes Symbol of pride for Indigenous Australians Increased visibility for Indigenous issues |
| gptkbp:cultural_influence |
Representation in media
Representation of Indigenous Australians in media. |
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
Recognized in Indigenous and Australian culture
Honored in Indigenous culture |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Indigenous Australian representation
Symbol of pride for Indigenous Australians Indigenous Australian icon |
| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
gptkb:Australia
Indigenous Australian identity |
| gptkbp:current_club |
gptkb:Athletics_Australia
|
| gptkbp:date |
2000-09-15
September 25, 2000 |
| gptkbp:date_of_birth |
1973-02-16
February 16, 1973 |
| gptkbp:discipline |
400 meters
|
| gptkbp:documentary |
Cathy Freeman: The Story of an Australian Legend
Cathy Freeman: The Story of an Olympic Champion Cathy Freeman: The Journey |
| gptkbp:education |
gptkb:University_of_Melbourne
gptkb:University_of_Sydney |
| gptkbp:educational_role |
Promoting sports in schools
|
| gptkbp:ethnicity |
gptkb:Native_American_culture
|
| gptkbp:events |
gptkb:4x100_meters_relay
gptkb:4x400_meters_relay gptkb:2000_Summer_Olympics 400 meters 400m Opening ceremony of the 2000 Olympics |
| gptkbp:famous_event |
gptkb:2000_Sydney_Olympics
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
gptkb:Running
400 meters running Winning the gold medal in the 400 meters at the 2000 Olympics Winning gold in 400m at Sydney 2000 Symbol of reconciliation in Australia Winning gold medal in 400m at the 2000 Olympics Lighting the Olympic Flame in 2000 Winning the 400m at the 2000 Olympics 400m win at Sydney 2000 |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
" I want to be a role model for young people."
" I want to be a role model." " I am proud to be an Aboriginal woman." “ I want to be a role model.” " I run for my people." |
| gptkbp:famous_rival |
gptkb:Brittney_Reese
gptkb:Sally_Pearson gptkb:Florence_Griffith-Joyner gptkb:Michael_Johnson gptkb:Shelly-Ann_Fraser-Pryce gptkb:Carmelita_Jeter gptkb:Kendra_Harrison gptkb:Usain_Bolt gptkb:Ato_Boldon gptkb:Dawn_Harper-Nelson gptkb:Marita_Koch gptkb:Shaunae_Miller-Uibo gptkb:Marie-Josée_Ta_Lou gptkb:Allyson_Felix gptkb:Elaine_Thompson-Herah gptkb:Tori_Bowie Pamela Jelimo Christine Ohuruogu |
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
Aboriginal Australian to win an individual Olympic gold medal
|
| gptkbp:first_published |
Cathy Freeman: The Story of My Life
|
| gptkbp:full_name |
gptkb:Catherine_Astrid_Salome_Freeman
|
| gptkbp:has_a_documentary_about_her_life_titled |
Cathy Freeman: The Journey
|
| gptkbp:has_a_presence_in |
social media
|
| gptkbp:has_a_statue_located_in |
gptkb:Melbourne
|
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Ruby
|
| gptkbp:has_impact_on |
Australian sports culture
|
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
inspiring young athletes
|
| gptkbp:has_member |
gptkb:talk_shows
|
| gptkbp:has_participated_in |
charity events
|
| gptkbp:has_performed_at |
various conferences
|
| gptkbp:has_received |
numerous awards and honors
|
| gptkbp:has_role |
young girls
|
| gptkbp:has_won |
multiple world championships
|
| gptkbp:head_coach |
gptkb:Peter_Fortune
gptkb:American_football_coach gptkb:Athletics Athletics coaching |
| gptkbp:height |
1.75 m
1.70 m |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
Significant figure in Australian sports history
|
| gptkbp:hobby |
gptkb:community_service
|
| gptkbp:honorary_title |
gptkb:University_of_Queensland
|
| gptkbp:honors |
gptkb:Order_of_Australia
gptkb:Australian_of_the_Year_1998 gptkb:Order_of_Australia_Medal Indigenous Sportswoman of the Year Sport Australia Hall of Fame inductee |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Cathy Freeman
|
| gptkbp:impact |
Inspiration for future generations
|
| gptkbp:influence |
Indigenous rights advocacy
Role model for aspiring athletes Inspiration for women in sports Indigenous Australian representation in sports Increased participation of Indigenous Australians in sports Indigenous Australian athletes Increased visibility for Indigenous athletes Inspiring Indigenous youth Promoting sports among Indigenous youth Advocate for health and education in Indigenous communities |
| gptkbp:influence_on |
Women in sports
Encouraging participation in sports. Encouragement for youth participation in sports |
| gptkbp:influence_on_women_in_sports |
Role model for female athletes
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
Australian sports culture
Indigenous youth Indigenous youth in Australia |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:activists
gptkb:Friends gptkb:Native_American_culture Community leaders Teachers Competitors Mentors Her family Sporting legends Athletics coaches |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Young athletes
Athletes worldwide Role model for Indigenous youth |
| gptkbp:inspired |
future athletes
|
| gptkbp:involvement |
gptkb:Youth_programs
Youth mentoring programs Community service initiatives Community sports programs Promoting healthy lifestyles Anti-racism campaigns |
| gptkbp:involvement_in_culture |
Cultural ambassador for Australia
|
| gptkbp:involvement_in_environment |
Environmental advocacy
|
| gptkbp:is_a |
role model
|
| gptkbp:is_a_foundation_for |
gptkb:Cathy_Freeman_Foundation
|
| gptkbp:is_a_member_of |
the Australian Olympic Committee
|
| gptkbp:is_a_supporter_of |
mental health awareness
Indigenous rights |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
advertisements
documentaries about sports history |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
her iconic victory lap
|
| gptkbp:is_married_to |
James Murch
|
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
the Sydney 2000 Olympics
|
| gptkbp:is_one_of |
Aboriginal descent
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:Australian_of_the_Year_award
the Australian government |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
gptkb:Australia
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
Inspiration for future generations of athletes
Inspiration for future athletes Role model Inspiration for Indigenous athletes Inspiring future generations Role model for athletes |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Sydney_Olympic_Games
|
| gptkbp:medal |
gptkb:Gold_Medal
gptkb:1 gptkb:2000_Sydney_Olympics gptkb:gold gptkb:2000_Summer_Olympics 2 400 meters Silver medal 400m 1 Gold Medal Commonwealth Games Gold Medal World Championships Gold Medal Commonwealth Games medals Commonwealth Games gold medal |
| gptkbp:media |
gptkb:documentary
Television appearances Documentary features Books written about her |
| gptkbp:media_appearances |
Numerous
Public speaking events Television documentaries Television and documentaries Numerous documentaries and interviews Interviews on reconciliation |
| gptkbp:mentor |
young athletes
|
| gptkbp:nationality |
gptkb:Australian
|
| gptkbp:net_worth |
$2 million
|
| gptkbp:notable_achievement |
gptkb:2000_Sydney_Olympics
First Indigenous Australian to win an Olympic gold medal First Indigenous Australian to win an individual Olympic gold medal First Indigenous Australian to win an Olympic gold medal. |
| gptkbp:notable_actor |
athletics and society.
|
| gptkbp:notable_athletes |
Pioneer for Indigenous athletes
|
| gptkbp:notable_collaborations |
Working with the Australian Olympic Committee.
|
| gptkbp:notable_inductees |
gptkb:Sport_Australia_Hall_of_Fame
|
| gptkbp:notable_race |
2000 Olympic final
2000 Sydney Olympic final |
| gptkbp:olympic_games |
gptkb:1992
gptkb:2000 gptkb:Sydney_2000 gptkb:2000_Sydney_Olympics gptkb:1996_Atlanta_Olympics 1996, 2000 Olympic torchbearer 2000 |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
victory lap
|
| gptkbp:personal_best |
48.63 seconds
49.11 seconds 48.25 seconds |
| gptkbp:philanthropy |
Supports various charities and causes
Support for Indigenous education |
| gptkbp:place_of_birth |
gptkb:Mackay,_Queensland,_Australia
|
| gptkbp:political_position |
Advocacy for Indigenous rights
|
| gptkbp:promotes |
sports among Indigenous youth
|
| gptkbp:public_speaking |
sports and culture
Advocate for social issues Engages in motivational speaking events |
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:Australian_government
|
| gptkbp:record |
400 meters
400m indoor |
| gptkbp:retired |
gptkb:2003
gptkb:Yes competitive athletics |
| gptkbp:retirement |
gptkb:Author
gptkb:Television_presenter gptkb:Public_speaker gptkb:Motivational_speaker Public speaking Injuries Community leader Advocate for social change Final race in 2003 Desire to focus on family and community work |
| gptkbp:retirement_year |
gptkb:2003
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| gptkbp:service |
gptkb:First_Indigenous_Australian_Olympic_gold_medalist
|
| gptkbp:sibling |
gptkb:Cynthia_Freeman
|
| gptkbp:specialization |
400 meters
|
| gptkbp:specializes_in |
gptkb:Sprint
400 meters |
| gptkbp:sponsorship |
gptkb:Nike
|
| gptkbp:sport |
gptkb:Athletics
Track and field Dedication and hard work. |
| gptkbp:sports_career_length |
13 years
|
| gptkbp:sports_featured |
gptkb:Racing
|
| gptkbp:sports_role_model |
Female athletes
|
| gptkbp:sportsmanship |
gptkb:award
Promotes fair play Promoting fair play Exemplary Respected figure in athletics community Known for her humility and grace |
| gptkbp:spouse |
gptkb:Alexandra_Freeman
James Murch |
| gptkbp:team |
gptkb:Australia
Inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame. Inducted into Sport Australia Hall of Fame |
| gptkbp:training |
Interval training
|
| gptkbp:training_programs |
gptkb:Queensland
gptkb:Melbourne,_Australia |
| gptkbp:was_a_flag_bearer_for |
Australia at the Olympics
|
| gptkbp:was_involved_in |
youth programs
|
| gptkbp:was_known_for |
speed and agility
|
| gptkbp:weight |
60 kg
65 kg |
| gptkbp:won |
gptkb:Gold_Medal
gold medal in 400 meters 400m race |
| gptkbp:won_bronze |
gptkb:World_Championships
|
| gptkbp:won_gold |
gptkb:Commonwealth_Games
|
| gptkbp:won_silver |
gptkb:World_Championships
|
| gptkbp:year |
gptkb:2000
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Order_of_Australia
gptkb:Pan_American_Games gptkb:Commonwealth_Games gptkb:Racing |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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