Leanne Smith Wins Silver Medal at Paralympics

Leanne Smith made waves at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, contributing to Team USA's impressive performance by securing two silver medals in the 4x50-meter relays and an individual gold in the women's 100-meter freestyle S3, where she set a new Paralympic record of 1:28.81. In swimming, Britain's Becky Redfern triumphed in the SB13 100m breaststroke final, winning gold in 1:16.02, marking her first gold medal after two silver finishes in previous Paralympics. Additionally, Sarah Storey clinched her 18th Paralympic gold medal in the road cycling time trial, showcasing her resilience by overcoming a significant deficit during the race. Smith's journey to the podium was particularly poignant, as she overcame health challenges, including a period of ICU admission, to compete at this elite level. Team USA also celebrated silver medals from Alexandrea Truwit in the women's 400 freestyle and the mixed 4x50-meter medley relay team. Overall, the Games highlighted remarkable achievements and personal stories of perseverance from athletes across various disciplines.