Sally Pearson (née McLellan) (born 19 September 1986) is an Australian athlete. She is the 2011 World champion and 2012 Olympic champion in the 100 metres hurdles. She also won a silver medal in the 100 m hurdles at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Read more about Sally Pearson: Athletic Career, Female Athlete of The Year, Personal Life, Achievements
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