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What are the gender codes for female athletes, as posited by Mariah Burton Nelson?

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The codes for women do not include aggressiveness and a desire to win, which are supposed to be male traits. Female winners are expected to cover up their aggressiveness, look gracious, and almost be sorry for winning.