Top 10 Paralympic Athlete's Inspiring Stories You Need to Know

Top 10 Paralympic Athlete's Inspiring Stories You Need to Know

Meet the Paralympic Legends

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Discover the most inspiring athletes in history.

The "Blade Runner" broke barriers and competed in the Olympics.

Oscar Pistorius

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A shark attack couldn't stop her from becoming a surfing champion. 

Bethany Hamilton

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The most decorated Olympian of all time, also excels in Paralympic swimming. 

Michael Phelps 

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A British swimmer with dwarfism who has won multiple gold medals. 

Ellie Simmonds 

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The most successful Paralympic equestrian, with 14 gold medals. 

Lee Pearson 

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A visually impaired runner who has broken world records. 

Abbie Gaunt 

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A Brazilian swimmer with congenital limb deficiencies who has won numerous golds. 

Daniel Dias 

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A wheelchair racer who has won medals in multiple Paralympic sports. 

Tatyana McFadden 

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A swimmer who has won both Olympic and Paralympic gold medals. 

Missy Franklin 

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A wheelchair athlete who completed a world tour to raise awareness for disability rights. 

Rick Hansen 

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