Begoña Reina López facts for kids
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| Nationality | Spanish | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 14 March 1975 Zaragoza, Spain |
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Sport | Swimming (S9) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Begoña Reina López, born on March 14, 1975, in Zaragoza, Spain, is a talented Spanish swimmer. She is known for her amazing achievements in Paralympic swimming, where she competed at the highest levels and won several medals. Begoña is classified as an S9 swimmer, which means she competes in a specific category for athletes with certain physical impairments.
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Early Life and Start in Swimming
Begoña Reina was born in Zaragoza, a city in Spain. From a young age, she showed a passion for swimming. She trained hard to become a top athlete. Her dedication helped her prepare for major competitions.
Paralympic Success
Begoña Reina represented Spain in two Paralympic Games. These are big international sports events for athletes with disabilities.
1992 Barcelona Paralympics
Her first big success came at the 1992 Paralympic Games held in Barcelona, Spain. Competing in her home country was a special experience.
- She won a gold medal in the 100 meter breaststroke SB9 event. This was a fantastic achievement!
- She also earned a bronze medal in the 4x100 meter medley relay (S7-10). This showed her strength as part of a team.
1996 Atlanta Paralympics
Begoña continued her success at the 1996 Paralympic Games in Atlanta, USA.
- She won another bronze medal in the 100 meter breaststroke SB9. This proved her consistent performance in her main event.
- She also secured a second bronze medal in the 4x100 meter medley relay (S7-10).
World Championship Medals
Besides the Paralympics, Begoña also competed in the IPC Swimming World Championships. These championships bring together the best swimmers from around the world.
1994 Malta World Championships
At the 1994 World Championships in Malta, Begoña added more medals to her collection.
- She won a silver medal in the 100 meter breaststroke SB9.
- She also earned a gold medal in the 4x100 meter medley relay (S7-10).
Legacy
Begoña Reina López is an inspiring figure in Spanish Paralympic sport. Her multiple medals at both the Paralympic Games and World Championships show her incredible talent and hard work. She is a great example of what athletes can achieve through dedication and perseverance.
