Overview

• Khudadadi, born without a forearm, won bronze in the women's taekwondo K44 -47kg category.
• She fled Afghanistan in 2021 following a viral plea for help during the Taliban takeover.
• Now living and training in France, Khudadadi dedicates her medal to Afghan women and refugees worldwide.
• Her victory was celebrated by a supportive crowd and her French coach at the Paris Paralympics.
• UN High Commissioner for Refugees highlighted the significance of her achievement for displaced people.