German athlete Alica Schmidt has achieved a huge amount in her 21 years. An accomplished hurdler and Olympian relay racer, she has taken the world by storm with her talent and incredible determination.But that’s not the only thing about her that has gained the attention of the world. Much of the press Schmidt receives focuses on her physical appearance rather than her athletic ability—and this has led to some unique challenges and opportunities along her journey.Let’s take a look at Schmidt’s incredible rise to fame.