Paralympian to Olympian?
Paralympic medalist Phelipe Rodrigues would like to compete at the Olympics one day, in the relay race.
During a discussion about the Paralympic long jump champion Markus Rehm's appeal to compete alongside able-bodied athletes in major competitions, such as the Olympics and World Championships, the Brazilian agreed that one day he would like to do the same.
Speaking to Mani Djazmi, the three time Paralympian explains that aiming for the Olympics "is good motivation... to become a better athlete".
(Photo: Phelipe Rodrigues in the pool in Rio, Credit: Getty Images)
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