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Paralympian Alessandro Ossola Proposes to Girlfriend After 100m Race

The Italian sprinter, who lost his first wife in a tragic accident, made a heartfelt proposal at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.

Ossola asked his girlfriend to marry him after competing in the men's 100m T63 on Sunday.
Paris 2024 Paralympics - Athletics -  Men's 100m - T63 Round 1 - Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France - September 1, 2024
Alessandro Ossola of Italy after proposing to his girlfriend after the race REUTERS/Eng Chin An
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Overview

  • Ossola proposed to his girlfriend, Arianna Mandaradoni, after being eliminated from the men's 100m T63 heat.
  • The proposal took place in front of 40,000 spectators at the Stade de France.
  • Ossola lost most of his left leg and his first wife in a 2015 motorcycle accident.
  • He credits sports with helping him overcome a dark period in his life.
  • This may be Ossola's last Paralympics, as he feels ready to start a new chapter.