Noelle Malkamaki Sets World Record at Paralympics

At the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Jessica Long won her 17th gold medal in the women's 400m freestyle S8, finishing with a time of 4:48.74, while Noelle Malkamaki set a new world record in the F46 shot put with a throw of 14.06 meters, securing her first Paralympic gold. Malkamaki's achievement marks her as the first woman F46 shot putter to throw over 14 meters in competition, complementing her recent world title. Meanwhile, Irish duo Katie-George Dunlevy and pilot Linda Kelly triumphed in the women's B individual time trial cycling event, clinching gold with a time of 38:16.58. Long's performance showcased her resilience, overtaking competitors in the final stretch, while Malkamaki's victory highlights her remarkable journey as a para-athlete despite a congenital disorder. The Games, ongoing since August 28, showcase numerous other records and medals across various events.