sportswoman
US /ˈspɔːrtsˌwʊm.ən/
UK /ˈspɔːrtsˌwʊm.ən/
1.
a woman who takes part in sports, especially as a professional or for pleasure
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She is a talented sportswoman, excelling in both tennis and swimming.
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The award for the best sportswoman of the year went to the marathon runner.