Antonio Henares facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Born | 21 November 1956 (age 68) Málaga, Spain |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Spain |
| Sport | Wheelchair basketball |
Antonio Henares Sierra was born in Spain on November 21, 1956. He is a talented athlete who plays wheelchair basketball. This sport is played by people who use wheelchairs because of a physical disability.
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Antonio Henares: A Wheelchair Basketball Star
Antonio Henares is known for his skills in wheelchair basketball. In this sport, players are given points based on their physical abilities. Antonio is a "4 point" player, which means he has a good amount of movement and strength compared to other players in the game.
Competing in the Paralympics
Antonio Henares had the amazing chance to represent his country, Spain, at the 1996 Summer Paralympics. The Paralympics are a huge international sports event for athletes with disabilities. It's like the Olympic Games, but for para-athletes!
The 1996 Paralympic Games
At the 1996 Summer Paralympics, Antonio and his Spanish wheelchair basketball team played very well. They made it all the way to the bronze medal game. This was a big achievement! In that game, they played against the United States team. It was a close match, but Spain was defeated 66–60. Even though they didn't win the bronze medal, finishing fourth in the world is a fantastic accomplishment.
See also
In Spanish: Antonio Henares Sierra para niños
