Jesús Fraile Moreno facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Born | 8 June 1964 (age 61) Toledo, Spain |
| Sport | |
| Country |  Spain |
| Sport | Boccia |
Jesús Fraile Moreno was born on June 8, 1964, in Toledo, Spain. He is a talented boccia player. Boccia is a sport similar to bocce or lawn bowls, played by athletes with severe physical disabilities.
Jesús has cerebral palsy, which is a condition that affects movement and muscle coordination. Because of this, he competes as a BC2 type athlete in boccia. This means he can throw the ball with his hands, but he might need some help to keep his balance.
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Jesús's Paralympic Journey
Jesús Fraile Moreno has represented Spain in the Paralympic Games, which are major international sports events for athletes with disabilities.
Atlanta 1996 Paralympics
Jesús competed at the 1996 Summer Paralympics held in Atlanta, USA. He had a very successful time there:
- He won a gold medal in the BC1/BC2 team event. This means he and his teammates worked together to win first place.
- He also earned a bronze medal in the BC2 individual event, finishing third on his own.
Sydney 2000 Paralympics
He continued his Paralympic career at the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia.
- Jesús won another bronze medal in the BC2 individual event, showing his consistent skill.
- He also helped his team win a silver medal in the BC1/BC2 team event, placing second.
Jesús Fraile Moreno is a great example of dedication and sportsmanship in the world of boccia.
More About Jesús
- You can find out more about Jesús Fraile through his profiles on the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) website and the Spanish Paralympic Committee (CPE) website.
See also
In Spanish: Jesús Fraile para niños
