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Libby Riddles becomes the first woman to win the 1,135-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
Libby Riddles makes history as the first woman to win the renowned 1,135-mile Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in 1985, breaking gender barriers in extreme sport.
In March 1985, Alaskan musher Libby Riddles secures a groundbreaking victory in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
Covering 1,135 miles from Anchorage to Nome, Riddles challenges harsh Arctic conditions and fierce competition.
Her win marks the first time a woman has triumphed in the most prestigious long-distance sled dog race.
She navigates blizzards, sub-zero temperatures, and treacherous terrain with her team of huskies.
Riddles earns international acclaim, inspiring future generations of female mushers.
Her achievement underscores resilience, endurance, and the spirit of adventure in Alaskan sport.
1985
Libby Riddles
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race