Raquel Díaz Caro facts for kids
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| Born | 13 May 1974 Barcelona, Spain |
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Sport | Paralympic athletics | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Disability | Disability | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Disability class | T11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Raquel Diaz Caro was born on May 13, 1974, in Barcelona, Spain. She is a talented track and field athlete. Raquel is a Paralympic athlete, meaning she competes in sports for people with disabilities. She is blind, which is classified as a T11/B1 disability in sports.
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What are the Paralympics?
The Paralympic Games are major international sports events. They involve athletes with a range of disabilities. These games are held after every Olympic Games. Athletes compete in many different sports. The Paralympics show amazing strength and determination.
Raquel's Paralympic Journey
Raquel Diaz Caro has competed in several Paralympic Games. She showed great skill and speed in her races.
Atlanta 1996 Paralympics
At the 1996 Summer Paralympics in Atlanta, USA, Raquel achieved a big success. She won a bronze medal in the 100-meter T11 race. This was a fantastic achievement for her. She also finished fourth in the 200-meter T11 race.
Sydney 2000 Paralympics
Raquel also took part in the 2000 Summer Paralympics in Sydney, Australia. Competing in multiple Paralympic Games is a sign of a dedicated athlete.
World Championships Success
Before her Paralympic appearances, Raquel also competed in the World Para Athletics Championships. These championships are another major event for para-athletes.
Berlin 1994 World Championships
In 1994, Raquel competed in the World Championships held in Berlin. She had a very successful time there:
- She won a gold medal in the 4x100-meter relay for T11-13 athletes.
- She earned a silver medal in the 100-meter T11 race.
- She also won a silver medal in the 4x400-meter relay for T11-13 athletes.
These medals show her talent as a sprinter. They also highlight her teamwork in relay races.
See also
In Spanish: Raquel Díaz Caro para niños
