Jaco van Gass also set a new world record for speed.
A cyclist who was “heartbroken” after a car hit him just a week before he was slated to compete in the Paralympic Games has come out on top.shared on Instagram. His joy was evident in photos taken directly after his win, including one in which he excitedly tosses a small plush toy of the
Great Britain's Jaco van Gass celebrates after receiving his gold medal for the Men's C3 3000m Individual Pursuit during the Para Track Cycling at the National Velodrome on day two of the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games., was serving in the British Armed Forces in Afghanistan in 2009 when he was struck by a rocket-propelled grenade. He was left with severe injuries, including punctured organs, and lost his left arm below the elbow.
A week prior to his Friday win, a car pulled out in front of him and sent him hurdling over the hood, heThe day after the accident, van Gass was still wondering whether he’d be able to compete, but he ultimately bounced back.By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners.
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