- Wetekam secures his initial Paralympic award
Maurice Wetekam bagged Germany's initial medal during his Paralympic debut. The young swimmer, born with a deformed left arm, astonishingly secured the bronze medal in the 100m breaststroke event. "Couldn't have asked for better. I'm stoked about it!" expressed Wetekam. "Incredible, it's an unforgettable sensation."
Wetekam trailed behind winner Stefano Raimondi of Italy by 1.76 seconds. Home favorite Hector Denayer bagged the silver.
Wetekam clocked a personal best time of 1:07.04 minutes in the event. "Revamped my mentality, all thanks to the coaching team and family support. Transformed my training routine completely," he mentioned, explaining his improved performance. "We're building on this success and hoping for even better results in Los Angeles." The upcoming Summer Paralympic Games will be held in Los Angeles in 2028.
Wetekam's exceptional performance in disabled sports at the Paralympic Games has inspired many, demonstrating that with determination and support, anyone can excel. With the upcoming Summer Paralympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028, Wetekam aims to continue his success in disabled sports.
