Ireen Wust, the superstar Dutch speedskater who won the gold medal in the women's 3,000-meter speed skating event, is the first openly gay athlete to win a medal in Sochi. And she likely isn't done. She's expected to be one of the stars of the Games and could win a couple more. However, although open, she's also pretty private, so don't expect a big protest.
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Lesbian wins gold at Sochi Olympics
Wust adds a second silver today, in the 1,500 meters.
Wust adds a silver medal in the 1,000 meters. She still has one individual race and a relay to go with a very real shot at two more gold medals.