Has anyone ever competed in both the Olympics and Paralympics?
Metro.co.uk - Sport·2021-09-03 17:02
Did you know that some athletes have competed in the Olympics and Paralympics? (Picture: Mark Kiefe ATPImages via Getty)
The 2020 Tokyo Paralympics have seen a whole host of incredible achievements from athletes around the world.
History has been made with Dame Sarah Storey becoming Great Britain’s most successful Paralympian, while Team GB also won their first-ever wheelchair rugby gold medal.
Following an incredible summer full of sport, the Olympics and Paralympics had viewers gripped.
The first Olympic Games were held in 1896, while the Paralympics began in 1960.
But, have any athletes have competed in both events over the years? Read on to find out more.
There have been 15 people who have competed in both the Olympics and Paralympics.
Some were Olympians who later competed in the Paralympics for a variety of reasons. One of the competitors have also won medals in both events.
Here are some athletes who have participated at both Games over the years.
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