Rio Olympics: Caster Semenya Leaves No Doubt in 800

Caster Semenya of South Africa, whose body has been subjected to indelicate and unrelenting public scrutiny for years, won her first Olympic gold medal on Saturday at the Rio Games.

Semenya won the 800 meters by a comfortable margin, in 1 minute 55.28 seconds. While her performances tend to carry the weight of an issue that transcends sports, those looking for undeniable athletics excellence Saturday night were rewarded: her runaway victory solidified her standing as one of the best middle-distance runners of her generation.

Francine Niyonsaba of Burundi was second in 1:56.49, and Margaret Wambui of Kenya was third in 1:56.89.

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