Imagine What We Can Do: Curtis McGrath

Published: Jun 04, 2024 Duration: 00:01:00 Category: Sports

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When I got injured, I was a little bit lost, sort of lost a bit of my identity about who I was and where I was going. And I found sport and paddling specifically gave me purpose, gave me a goal, gave me a dream. I remember being on the stretcher and saying, “One day you'll see me at the Paralympics.” When I crossed the line in Rio, the reality was actually this huge wave of relief. Everyone behind me really made the win very, very special. Being flag bearer in the closing ceremony was a magical moment. It's not something that a debut athlete would expect. To be singled out, and given that honour is definitely one of my proudest moments as well. Being seen as a leader, a senior athlete within the squad, and have become a Co-Captain of the 2024 Paralympic Team heading to Paris. Para-sport has definitely given a lot to me and I'm incredibly grateful.

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