Biography
Started: He took up the sport in 2005 at age 23 in Czechia. (Athlete, 27 Jul 2016)
Reason: He got involved in the sport to alleviate boredom. (Athlete, 22 Apr 2012)
Awards: He was named Para Athlete of the Year for 2023 in Liberec, Czechia. (skstliberec.cz, 25 Feb 2024)
Additional Info: OCCUPATION
He has worked as a self-care instructor for people with spinal cord injuries. He has also worked for a company that designs wheelchairs for people with impairments. (denik.cz, 23 Dec 2023; isport.blesk.cz, 24 Jan 2023; Athlete, 27 Jul 2016)
OTHER ACTIVITIES
He has served as a member of the Athletes' Council at the Czech Paralympic Committee. (ping-pong.cz, 30 Jun 2022)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateMay 9, 1982
Place of ResidencePARDUBICE
EducationTrade - Mechanic - Sunrise Training and Education Program [STEPS], Czechia
Languages SpokenCzech
CoachMilan Jasek [national], CZE
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 3 | Men's Team Class 3 | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| 3 | Singles - Class 2 | 2016 | Rio de Janeiro, BRA | |
| 5 | Singles - Class 2 | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| 5 | Men's Team Class 4-5 | 2012 | London, GBR | |
| 7 | Singles - Class 2 | 2012 | London, GBR | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 3 | Singles - Class 2 | 2018 | Lasko, SLO | |
| 5 | Singles - Class 2 | 2022 | Granada, ESP | |
| 5 | Singles - Class 2 | 2014 | Beijing, CHN | |
| 7 | Men's Team Class 5 | 2014 | Beijing, CHN | |
| 9 | Men's Doubles Class 8 M | 2022 | Granada, ESP | |
| 9 | Singles - Class 2 | 2010 | Gwangju, KOR | |
| 65 | Men's Open Wheelchair | 2010 | Gwangju, KOR | |
| European Championships | ||||
| 5 | Singles - Class 2 | 2023 | Sheffield, GBR | |
