Prior to winning 10 LPGA major championships, Babe Didrikson won two gold medals in track and field at the 1932 Olympics. She competed in five events and set world records in the javelin throw and 80-meter hurdles. Didrikson's performance at the Olympics earned her widespread fame and recognition as one of the greatest female athletes of all time. Her success in multiple sports showcases her outstanding athleticism and versatility as an athlete.