Manuel Rodríguez Navarro facts for kids

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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal family name is Rodriguez and the second or maternal family name is Navarro.

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Nationality	Spanish
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Country	Spain
Sport	Wheelchair basketball

Manuel Rodriguez Navarro is a talented wheelchair basketball player from Spain. He was born on January 8, 1969, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. He is known for representing his country in major sports events.

A Wheelchair Basketball Star

Manuel is a dedicated athlete who plays wheelchair basketball. This sport is for athletes with physical disabilities. It is played in wheelchairs, making it exciting and fast-paced.

Understanding His Role in the Game

In wheelchair basketball, players are given a "point" score based on their physical ability. This helps make teams fair. Manuel is a 4-point player. This means he has a certain level of physical ability, allowing him to contribute to his team in specific ways.

Competing at the Paralympics

Manuel had the honor of competing in the 1996 Summer Paralympics. The Paralympics are a huge international sports event. They are for athletes with disabilities. Manuel's team played very well in 1996. They finished in fourth place, which is a great achievement.

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