Tanni Grey-Thompson

Wheelchair Racing


United Kingdom

Overview


Tanni Grey-Thompson is a British wheelchair racer who is considered one of the greatest Paralympians of all time. She won 11 Paralympic gold medals and four World Championship titles during her illustrious career. Grey-Thompson competed in distances ranging from 100 meters to the marathon, showcasing her versatility and determination. Beyond her athletic achievements, she has been a vocal advocate for disability rights and sports accessibility, earning widespread respect and admiration.

SOCIAL MEDIA

• Paralympic Medals: 16 (11 Gold, 4 Silver, 1 Bronze)
• Multiple World Marathon Championships
• Inducted into the UK Athletics Hall of Fame
• BBC Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award: 2019
• Created a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE): 2005

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