Hector Lopéz Alonso facts for kids
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| Nationality | Spanish | |||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 19 August 1979 Reinosa, Cantabria, Spain |
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Sport | Swimming (S2) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Hector Lopéz Alonso is a talented swimmer from Spain. He was born on August 19, 1979, in Reinosa, Cantabria. Hector is known for his amazing achievements in swimming. He competes in the S2 classification. This is a category for swimmers with certain physical disabilities.
About Hector Lopéz
Hector Lopéz Alonso is a well-known Spanish swimmer. He was born in Reinosa, a town in Cantabria, Spain. From a young age, Hector showed great skill in the water. He trained hard to become a top athlete.
Paralympic Champion
One of Hector's biggest achievements was at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. The Paralympics are a huge international sports event. Athletes with disabilities from all over the world compete there. Hector won a gold medal in the 50-meter backstroke race. This was a very proud moment for him and for Spain.
World Championships Success
Before his Paralympic gold, Hector also competed in the World Para Swimming Championships. In 1998, he won a bronze medal. This was for the 50-meter backstroke in the S4 classification. These championships are another important event for para swimmers.
Hector's dedication and hard work have made him a successful athlete. He continues to inspire many young swimmers.
