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Local Radio,28 Aug 2024,4 mins

Series Essex

Laura Sugar: From athletics to canoeing gold

Paris: Grassroots to Glory

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Having competed at the 2016 Paralympics as a track athlete, Laura Sugar had set her sights on gold at the next games in Tokyo. However, glory came not on the track, but in sprint canoeing. Ben Fryer hears how a chance try-out led to a hugely successful switch of sports. (Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty) If you’re inspired to explore inclusive Paralympic sports, check out Super Movers for Every Body on BBC Teach.

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