Tania Cerda Meseguer facts for kids
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| Nationality |  Spain |
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| Born | 30 September 1977 Badalona, Spain |
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| Sport | Swimming | ||||||||||||||||
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Tania Cerda Meseguer was born on September 30, 1977. She is a talented swimmer from Spain who has competed in the Paralympic Games. These games are a major international sports event for athletes with disabilities. Tania is classified as an S9 swimmer, which means she has a specific level of physical ability for swimming competitions.
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Tania's Paralympic Journey
Tania Cerda Meseguer represented Spain in three different Paralympic Games. Her dedication and hard work led to some amazing achievements.
Early Success in Barcelona (1992)
Tania first competed in the 1992 Summer Paralympics held in Barcelona, Spain. This was a very special event for her, competing in her home country. She showed great skill and teamwork.
- She won a bronze medal in the 4 x 100 meter Medley Relay 34 Points race. This relay involves four swimmers, each swimming a different style. The "34 Points" refers to a system that ensures fairness by adding up the classification points of the four swimmers.
Continuing Achievements in Atlanta (1996)
Four years later, Tania continued her success at the 1996 Summer Paralympics in Atlanta, USA. She once again proved her strength in the pool.
- She earned another bronze medal in the 4 x 100 meter Medley Relay 34 Points race. Winning two bronze medals in the same event at consecutive Paralympics is a remarkable feat!
Competing in Sydney (2000)
Tania also participated in the 2000 Summer Paralympics held in Sydney, Australia. Competing in three Paralympic Games shows her long-term commitment to the sport.
What are the Paralympics?
The Paralympic Games are like the Olympic Games, but for athletes with disabilities. They happen every four years, right after the Olympic Games, and in the same host city. Athletes from all over the world compete in many different sports. The games celebrate strength, determination, and the power of the human spirit.
See also
In Spanish: Tania Cerdá para niños
