Hannah Cockroft Wins Ninth Paralympic Gold

Hannah Cockroft has secured her ninth Paralympic gold medal, winning the women's T34 800m final at the Paris 2024 Games with a time of 1:55.44, finishing 7.66 seconds ahead of teammate Kare Adenegan, who claimed silver. This victory marks Cockroft's second gold of the Games, complementing her earlier success in the T34 100m final. Performing in front of an enthusiastic crowd, she expressed her excitement about the atmosphere, reminiscent of her London 2012 experience. The bronze medal went to the USA's Eva Houston, preventing a British clean sweep of the podium. Cockroft's achievements further solidify her status as a leading figure in para-athletics, having won gold in every Paralympics since 2012. Looking ahead, she emphasized the ongoing nature of para sports, with upcoming World and European Championships scheduled year-round.