Francisco Javier Suárez Regueiro facts for kids
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| Born | 10 September 1977 (age 48) Asturias, Spain |
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Francisco Javier Suárez Regueiro, born on September 10, 1977, in Asturias, Spain, is a talented Spanish cyclist. He is known for competing in the Paralympic Games, where athletes with disabilities showcase their amazing skills. Francisco is visually impaired, which means he has a significant vision loss. This did not stop him from becoming a successful athlete.
Competing in the Paralympics
Francisco Suárez competed in the 2000 Summer Paralympics held in Sydney, Australia. The Paralympics are a major international multi-sport event. They involve athletes with a range of disabilities. These games happen right after the Olympic Games in the same host city.
Tandem Cycling
Because Francisco is visually impaired, he competes in tandem cycling. A tandem bicycle is a bike built for two riders. In tandem cycling for visually impaired athletes, one rider is sighted and acts as the pilot. The other rider is visually impaired and acts as the stoker. Together, they work as a team to pedal and steer the bicycle.
A Bronze Medal Win
At the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, Francisco Suárez competed in the Road Tandem Open cycling event. He and his partner worked together perfectly. They finished the race as the third cyclist team. This incredible effort earned them a bronze medal for Spain. Winning a medal at the Paralympics is a huge achievement. It shows years of hard work and dedication.
More Information
- Francisco Suarez at the International Paralympic Committee
- Francisco Javier Suarez Regueiro at the Comité Paralímpico Español
See also
In Spanish: Francisco Javier Suárez Regueiro para niños
