Biography
Started: He took up the sport in 2010. (partenaires-sport-handicap.fr, 01 Jan 2021)
Reason: He discovered wheelchair rugby during an exhibition event at his school, organised by French player and coach Adrien Chalmin. He liked the strategic and physical aspects of the sport. (handisport.org, 24 Feb 2021; bleushandisport.com, 01 Jan 2021)
Ambition: To win gold at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. (sancy.com, 15 Sep 2023)
Additional Info: OCCUPATION
He works as sports teacher for Handi'school in France, which gives high school students the chance to take part in wheelchair sports and understand more about living with an impairment. (Facebook profile, 11 Dec 2023; sancy.com, 15 Sep 2023; bleushandisport.com, 01 Jan 2021; handischool.com, 01 Jan 2016)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateJanuary 8, 1994
Place of ResidenceCLERMONT-FERRAND
OccupationSports Teacher
Languages SpokenFrench
CoachPierre Pochon [club]; Bob Vanacker [national]
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralympic Games | ||||
| 6 | Mixed | 2020 | Tokyo, JPN | |
| World Championships | ||||
| 5 | Mixed | 2018 | Sydney, NSW, AUS | |
| 6 | Mixed | 2022 | Vejle, DEN | |
| European Championships | ||||
| 1 | Mixed | 2023 | Cardiff, GBR | |
