Juan Martínez Martin facts for kids
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Juan Martínez Martin was born on November 25, 1980, in Granada, Spain. He is a talented track and field athlete who has competed for his country. Juan is known for his achievements in para-athletics, which is sports for athletes with disabilities.
Juan's Paralympic Journey
Juan Martínez competed in the 2000 Summer Paralympics held in Sydney, Australia. The Paralympics are a major international sports event for athletes with various disabilities. They happen right after the Olympic Games in the same host city.
Competing in T46 Classification
In para-athletics, athletes are grouped into different "classifications" based on their disability. This helps make sure competitions are fair. Juan competed in the T46 classification. This group is for athletes who have a moderate level of arm or leg impairment.
Winning a Silver Medal
At the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, Juan Martínez achieved a great success. He won a silver medal in the 4 x 400 meter relay race. This was a team event where four athletes each ran 400 meters. His team competed in the T42-T46 relay, which included athletes from different classifications, showing great teamwork and speed. Winning a Paralympic medal is a huge accomplishment for any athlete.
See also
In Spanish: Juan Martínez Martín para niños
