Norma Enriqueta Basilio (born July 15, 1948 in Mexicali, Baja California) is a Mexican athlete. She often called "Queta Basilio", made history by being the very first woman ever to light the Olympic Cauldron. She was the last one who carried the flame during the 19th Summer Olympic Games in Mexico City on October 12, 1968.
She was a national athletics champion in 80 mts hurdles. She was considered in her times as the best female athlete. She also carried the Olympic torch during the Athens 2004 relay in Mexico City.
Nowadays, she plays very important roles in Mexican politics and sports.
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| Preceded by Yoshinori Sakai |
Final Summer Olympic Torchbearer Mexico City 1968 |
Succeeded by Günther Zahn |