US sprinter Hunter Woodhall clinched his first Paralympic gold medal in the 400m T62 at the Paris Games, finishing in 46.36 seconds. His victory follows the Olympic success of his wife, Tara Davis-Woodhall, who won gold in the long jump in August. The couple shared an emotional moment when Woodhall crossed the finish line and immediately ran to find his wife in the crowd.
“I have the best team in the world,” Woodhall said, reflecting on his achievement. Despite recovering from COVID-19 before the Games, he demonstrated exceptional form and determination. Woodhall also competed in the 100m T64, where he placed sixth.
Born with a fused right ankle and fibular hemimelia, Woodhall underwent leg amputations at a young age. Initially facing challenges and bullying, he found solace and purpose in track and field. Over time, his dedication paid off, leading to his Paralympic success. Now, Woodhall hopes to use his platform to advocate for the Paralympics and inspire others with his journey.
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