Johanne Oeland Froekjaer

Started: She took up the sport at Thisted Swimming Club in Denmark, and began competing in non-Para swimming at age 10. She got involved in Para swimming in 2023. (tv2nord.dk, 03 Jul 2024) Reason: "When I was competing against non-Para swimmers, I was never one of the best, so when I became part of Para swimming, I really found out that I was good at what I do. So, it has helped my confidence, and after that I started winning medals." (tv2nord.dk, 03 Jul 2024) Awards: She was named Talent of the Year for 2023 at the Thy Awards in Thisted, Denmark. (nordjyske.dk, 03 Feb 2024)