Rachel Christie

    Rachel Christie, 20, has made history by becoming the first black woman to be crowned Miss England.

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    Rachel strikes a more familiar pose. The athlete is hoping to join the ranks of the 2012 London Olympic Games.

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    Competition is nothing new for the London-born beauty, who is Linford Christie's niece.

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    Rachel told reporters: "My ambition in life is to compete and win gold in the 2012 Olympics... I would also love to do well in Miss England. I want to be successful in whatever I choose to do in life." Here's wishing her every success for the Olympics.

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    Rachel poses with runner-up Lance Corporal Katrina Hodge, who has seen active service in Afghanistan.

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    "This is absolutely fantastic," media personality, singer and fashion designer Mica Paris told The BV Newswire about the news. "Thank God; this sends a message to the media in Britain that black is beautiful too."

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