Oscar Pistorius, South African athlete
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Oscar Pistorius, South African athlete
Oscar Pistorius (born 1986), South African athlete and double amputee, running in the heats of the 4 x 400 meters relay race at the 2011 Athletics World Championships. Pistorius was born without fibula bones (calf bones) and had both legs amputated below the knee at 11 month old. He runs on carbon fibre blades. In 2012 he became the first amputee to participate in the Olympics, when he raced in the mens 400 metres and the 4 x 400 metres relay. Photographed in Daegu, South Korea on the 1st September 2011
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Amputee Athlete Athletics Blades Daegu Disability Disabled Paralympic Prosthesis Prosthetic Racing Relay Runner Running South African South Korea Sports Science Sprinter Track Twenties Athletics Track Olympian World Championships World Record Holder
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the awe-inspiring determination and resilience of Oscar Pistorius, a South African athlete and double amputee. Running in the heats of the 4 x 400 meters relay race at the 2011 Athletics World Championships in Daegu, South Korea, Pistorius defied all odds with his carbon fibre blades. Born without fibula bones and having both legs amputated below the knee at just 11 months old, Pistorius's journey is a testament to human strength and perseverance. Breaking barriers in sports science, he became the first amputee to participate in the Olympics in 2012 when he raced in both men's 400 metres and the 4 x 400 metres relay. In this image, we witness Pistorius sprinting down the athletics track with remarkable speed and agility. His prosthetic blades propel him forward as he showcases his athletic prowess on an international stage. As a world record holder and Paralympian, Pistorius has become an inspiration for millions around the globe. This photograph not only celebrates his achievements but also highlights how advancements in medicine have enabled individuals like him to compete alongside able-bodied athletes. It serves as a reminder that disabilities need not limit one's dreams or potential. Pristinely captured on September 1st, 2011 by Science Photo Library, this image encapsulates Oscar Pistorius' indomitable spirit while representing hope for those facing similar challenges worldwide.
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