Fernando Gómez (athlete) facts for kids
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Fernando Gómez Doblas was born on October 16, 1965, in Málaga, Spain. He is a talented track and field athlete. Fernando has cerebral palsy, a condition that affects movement and muscle coordination. He competes in a special category for athletes with disabilities, known as T36.
Fernando is well-known for his amazing performances at the Paralympic Games. These are major international sports events for athletes with disabilities. He has shown great dedication and skill in his sport.
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Fernando's Paralympic Journey
Fernando Gómez Doblas has competed in two Paralympic Games. These events are the highest level of competition for athletes with disabilities. His journey shows his commitment to track and field.
Atlanta 1996: A Medal Haul
Fernando made his Paralympic debut at the 1996 Summer Paralympics in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. This was a very successful event for him. He earned three silver medals, which is a fantastic achievement.
- He won a silver medal in the 100-meter race (T35 category).
- He also secured a silver medal in the 200-meter race (T34-T35 category).
- His third silver medal came in the 400-meter race (T34-T35 category).
Fernando also participated in the 4 × 100-meter relay race with his Spanish team. However, they were unable to finish that race.
Sydney 2000: Competing at the Highest Level
Fernando continued his Paralympic career at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. He competed in the same three sprint events: the 100m, 200m, and 400m. He also took part in two relay races this time.
Even though he reached the finals in each event, he did not win any additional medals in Sydney. Competing at this level and reaching the finals is still a huge accomplishment. It shows his continued dedication to the sport.
Discover More About Fernando
You can find more information about Fernando Gómez Doblas through these links. They provide details about his career and achievements.
- Fernando Gomez at the International Paralympic Committee
- Fernando Gómez Doblas at the Comité Paralímpico Español Lua error in Module:EditAtWikidata at line 29: attempt to index field 'wikibase' (a nil value).
See also
In Spanish: Fernando Gómez Doblas para niños
