Hannah Jordan overcomes illness to excel in cycling competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Hannah Jordan, a teenage cyclist from Tulsa, Oklahoma, is making strides in competitive cycling after overcoming a rare metabolic disease. Initially believed to have only months to live, she now competes following a treatment that improved her health. In just two months of training, she earned a silver medal and has shown impressive endurance by completing a 101-mile race. With her family's support, Jordan is now competing against experienced cyclists at events like Tulsa Tough, embodying resilience and determination while aspiring to become a professional athlete.
- •Hannah Jordan is from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and started cycling after severe health issues.
- •She received a G-tube to help manage her metabolic disease.
- •Jordan earned a silver medal in her first competitive event within two months.
- •She completed a 101-mile ride in just over five hours.
- •Her family's support has been crucial in her cycling journey.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Teen cyclist Hannah Jordan turns medical challenges into racing strength
"A young cyclist with a rare disease overcomes challenges and pursues her dream of becoming a professional athlete.
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