Kylie Grimes
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Kylie Grimes (born 7 December 1987 in Aldershot, Hampshire)[1] is one of two women, the other being Bieke Ketelbuters of the Belgian team,[2][3] who competed on wheelchair rugby teams at the 2012 Summer Paralympics. Kylie Grimes became handicapped after a diving accident at a friend's swimming pool. She attempted to sue over the matter however, she was unsuccessful.[4] Grimes began playing wheelchair rugby in 2008. She trains 12 hours a week and loves horses.[5] She considers herself positive and was surprised to be named to the British team.[6]
Wheelchair rugby competition history
Grimes has competed for Great Britain at the following championship events:
- 2015 World Para Athletics Championships Doha F51 Club (4th) and F52 100m (4th)
- 2016 European Para Athletics Championships Grosetto Italy F51 Club (4th)
- 2016 Rio Paralympics F51 Club (4th)
- 2017 World Para Athletics London F51 Club (5th)
- 2018 European Para Athletics Championship Berlin (3rd)
References
Template:2012 Paralympic Games Great Britain wheelchair rugby squad