The Paralympic champion has done it again. <a href="https://www.archyde.com/paris-2024-paralympic-games-assaf-yassur-and-ami-dedown/" title="Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Assaf Yassur and Ami Dedown…”>Ami Dedown won his second gold medal tonight (Tuesday) at the Paralympic Games in Paris 2024 in the 200 meter freestyle (S4) – which he also won in Tokyo 3 years ago. With a result of 2:49.26 minutes, Dedown achieved the third medal in the French capital and the sixth of his career in the Paralympic Games.
Dedown, who holds the world record and the Paralympic record, competed this morning in the qualifiers and finished in first place with a time of 2:52.30 minutes, seven seconds away from second place. Ariel Maliar came last in both heats and did not advance to the final.
This is the seventh medal in total for Israel in the Paralympic Games, the same amount that was also achieved in the Olympic Games in the French capital. As you may remember, in addition to the deaddown, there is also the gold of the taekwondo fighter Assaf Yassur and the rower Moran Samuel, a bronze for the swimmer Mark Maliar and the pair of rowers Shahar Milfelder and Salah Shahin.
Orit Ilon Friedman, CEO of ILAN, who is currently accompanying the team to the games in Paris: “In addition to being a talented athlete at all levels, Ami is the salt of the earth and his love for the State of Israel is evident in all his limbs. Ami once again proved to the world, to the State of Israel and especially to himself that he is a champion and he is An example and model for determination and excellence.
This is my nation’s third medal in the Paralympic Games in Paris and it is very gratifying in the days when all of us in the State of Israel are in such need of good and positive news during the current hardship. We are proud of all the athletes of the delegation and love them very much and thank Yaakov Beinanson, the swimming team coach, for his considerable investment in his life’s work – our swimmers.”
Ami Dedown. Another gold medal for the collection, photo: Oren Aharoni Ami Dedown with the medal. Huge, Photo: Oren Aharoni Ami Dedown receives tremendous support in the stands, Photo: Oren Aharoni The Israeli flag is waving again in Paris, Photo: Oren Aharoni Ami Dedown, a real champion, Photo: Oren Aharoni Ami Dedown in the 200 meter individual medley final, Photo: Oren Aharoni
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Veronika Girenko, who yesterday participated in her first Paralympic final in the 50m backstroke and finished in eighth place, failed to qualify for another final and finished the qualifiers in the 100m freestyle in ninth place, after stopping the clock at 2:22.31 minutes.
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The Paralympic Champion Has Done It Again: Ami Dedown Wins His Second Gold Medal in Paris 2024
The 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris have been a triumph for Israel, with Ami Dedown securing his second gold medal in the 200 meter freestyle (S4) event. This impressive feat comes just three years after he won the same event in Tokyo, solidifying his position as a champion parathlete.
Dedown, who holds both the world record and the Paralympic record, dominated the qualifiers with a time of 2:52.30 minutes, finishing seven seconds ahead of the second-place competitor. Unfortunately, his fellow Israeli athlete, Ariel Maliar, did not advance to the final.
This victory marks Dedown’s sixth Paralympic medal and Israel’s seventh medal overall in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The Israeli delegation has also seen success in other events, including the gold medals won by taekwondo fighter Assaf Yassur and rower Moran Samuel, as well as a bronze medal won by swimmer Mark Maliar and the pair of rowers Shahar Milfelder and Salah Shahin [[3]].
Orit Ilon Friedman, CEO of ILAN, praised Dedown’s achievement, stating, “Ami is the salt of the earth and his love for the State of Israel is evident in all his limbs. Ami once again proved to the world, to the State of Israel and especially to himself that he is a champion and an example and model for determination and excellence.”
Dedown’s win is not only a testament to his athletic prowess but also a beacon of hope and inspiration for the people of Israel during a challenging time. As Friedman noted, “This is my nation’s third medal in the Paralympic Games in Paris and it is very gratifying in the days when all of us in the State of Israel are in such need of good and positive news during the current hardship.”
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, which will take place from August 28 to September 8, 2024, are expected to be an action-packed event, with 16 sports featured on the first weekend alone [[3]]. The competition schedule is packed, ensuring that fans will have plenty of opportunities to cheer on their favorite athletes.
Stay up-to-date with the latest news, comment, and analysis from the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games on the Guardian’s dedicated webpage [[1]]. For more information on the 2024 Summer Paralympics, visit Wikipedia’s comprehensive resource page [[2]].
Ami Dedown’s remarkable achievement serves as a reminder of the power of determination, excellence, and sportsmanship. His victory is an inspiration to us all, and we look forward to seeing what the rest of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games have in store.
The Paralympic Champion Has Done It Again: Ami Dedown Wins His Second Gold Medal in Paris 2024
The 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris have been a triumph for Israel, with Ami Dedown securing his second gold medal in the 200 meter freestyle (S4) event. This impressive feat comes just three years after he won the same event in Tokyo, solidifying his position as a champion parathlete.
Dedown, who holds both the world record and the Paralympic record, dominated the qualifiers with a time of 2:52.30 minutes, finishing seven seconds ahead of the second-place competitor. Unfortunately, his fellow Israeli athlete, Ariel Maliar, did not advance to the final.
This victory marks Dedown’s sixth Paralympic medal and Israel’s seventh medal overall in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The Israeli delegation has also seen success in other events, including the gold medals won by taekwondo fighter Assaf Yassur and rower Moran Samuel, as well as a bronze medal won by swimmer Mark Maliar and the pair of rowers Shahar Milfelder and Salah Shahin [[3]].
Orit Ilon Friedman, CEO of ILAN, praised Dedown’s achievement, stating, “Ami is the salt of the earth and his love for the State of Israel is evident in all his limbs. Ami once again proved to the world, to the State of Israel and especially to himself that he is a champion and an example and model for determination and excellence.”
Dedown’s win is not only a testament to his athletic prowess but also a beacon of hope and inspiration for the people of Israel during a challenging time. As Friedman noted, “This is my nation’s third medal
