Jewish and Israeli Athletes Shine at Paris 2024 Paralympics
Athletes from Israel and the Jewish community secured 13 medals, showcasing remarkable talent and resilience.
- Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon secured four medals, including two golds, at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
- US track and field athlete Ezra Frech earned his first Paralympic medals with two golds in the 100-meter and high jump events.
- Israeli rower Moran Samuel won her first Paralympic gold in the PR1 women’s single sculls.
- Martial artist Asaf Yasur clinched gold in the men’s 58-kilogram K44 taekwondo competition.
- Israel's women’s goalball team took home a silver medal, their first in this sport.