Kendra "Keni" Harrison broke the 28-year-old 100-meters hurdles record at the Müller Anniversary Games in London.

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Many American professional athletes have opted to skip the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, due to the rising fears surrounding the Zika virus. According to USA Today, tennis powerhouse Serena Williams said she thinks it's “sad” that so many athletes are missing out on the opportunity.

The 18-year old African-American gymnast continues to have a historic year as she preps for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio.