Jaime Serrano Alonso facts for kids
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| Nationality | Spanish | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 30 April 1979 Barcelona, Spain |
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Sport | Swimming (S9) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Jaime Serrano Alonso was born on April 30, 1979, in Barcelona, Spain. He is a talented swimmer who competed for Spain in the Paralympic Games and World Championships. Jaime is classified as an S9 swimmer, which means he competes in a category for athletes with certain physical impairments.
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A Champion Swimmer: Jaime Serrano's Career
Jaime Serrano is known for his amazing achievements in the pool. He represented Spain on the world stage. His career included competing in many important swimming events.
Paralympic Glory in Sydney
One of Jaime's biggest moments was at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. He showed incredible skill and determination there.
- Gold Medal and World Record: Jaime won a gold medal in the 400 meter freestyle race. He also set a new world record in this event. This was a huge achievement for him and for Spain.
- Silver Medal: He also earned a silver medal in the 200 meter individual medley race. This showed his versatility in different swimming styles.
Success at World Championships
Besides the Paralympics, Jaime also competed in the World Para Swimming Championships. He won several medals at these major international events.
- 1998 World Championships: In 1998, at the World Championships in Christchurch, he won a silver medal. This was for the 4x100 meter freestyle relay open event.
- 2002 World Championships: At the 2002 World Championships in Mar del Plata, Jaime added two more medals to his collection. He won a silver medal in the 400 meter freestyle S9 race. He also earned a bronze medal in the 200 meter individual medley SM9 event.
Representing Spain
Jaime Serrano was a key member of the Spanish Paralympic swimming team. He competed for his country from 1997 to 2002. During this time, he participated in three European championships, two world championships, and the Sydney Paralympic Games. His dedication and hard work made him a respected athlete.
