The history-making athlete was given the title at the Blues awards earlier this week. According to the Otago Daily Times, Hubbard has become for the first transgender woman to take home the title in the event’s 113-year history.

In a short statement, the 44-year old weightlifter said that she was “grateful for all the support and kindness received from the teaching staff and students at Otago University.” She continued: “It is not possible for athletes to compete at the Olympic level without the encouragement and aroha of friends and supporters. “This award belongs to everyone who has been part of my Olympic journey.” Otago University Students’ Association president Michaela Waite-Harvey echoed similar sentiments and praised Hubbard’s

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