I particularly was impressed by the chap who had indeed lost all his limbs but was able to propel himself along the pool at a decent rate.
Some, though, have commented he was a clever ****.
I'll get my coat ......
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I particularly was impressed by the chap who had indeed lost all his limbs but was able to propel himself along the pool at a decent rate.
Some, though, have commented he was a clever ****.
I'll get my coat ......
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These competitors redefine inspirational.
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I have just watched Ellie Challis win the 50m backstroke. Ellie has no lower arms and no legs.
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We're buzzing...Jodie Grinham is the granddaughter of a very good friend of Mrs Spiky and now has a Team Gold in the archery along with Nathan MacQueen. It's all very inspiring and humbling stuff.
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JUST this minute watched them. Great stuff. And 7 months pregnant. She’ll be glad to get home I’m sure.
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46 year old Dame Sarah Storey has just won her 19th Gold. An amazing lady.
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Sarah Storey has stormed to victory in the road race of the 2024 Paralympics, securing her 19th gold medal at the Games.
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Great sportswoman. And a changer of sports as well.46 year old Dame Sarah Storey has just won her 19th Gold. An amazing lady.
Sarah Storey claims 19th gold medal with thrilling road race win at Paris 2024 Paralympics - Eurosport
Sarah Storey has stormed to victory in the road race of the 2024 Paralympics, securing her 19th gold medal at the Games.
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Great swim from Alice Tai.
My son George was born with Bilateral Talipese although then they called it Double Talipese.
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Mastering 2 sports that oppose each other is bloody hard.
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My admiration for each and every competitor knows no bounds. They have to overcome a disability in order to train as an athlete and the level of sportsmanship is outstanding.
