The Cuban sprinter Yamel Luis Vives secured a silver medal today, marking Cuba's first at the XVII Paralympic Games in Paris 2024. Competing in the 100-meter T44 category, he finished with a time of 11.20 seconds.
From the Stade de France, Vives, hailing from Cienfuegos, set a new record for the Americas with this time. The gold went to South African athlete and Paralympic world record holder Mpumelelo Mhlongo, who clocked in at 11.12 seconds. Meanwhile, the bronze medal was claimed by Malaysian representative Eddy Bernard with a time of 11.58 seconds.
In April, Vives emerged victorious at the Grand Prix of Para Athletics Moulay El Hassan in Marrakech 2024, stopping the clock at 24.12 seconds in the 200-meter T44 category.
Last Friday, Cuban athlete Raicel González finished in sixth place in the 100-meter T46/47 category. Additionally, para shooter Alexis Reina (S1) achieved a fourth-place finish in the 10-meter air pistol event, which had been Cuba's best results at the Parisian event until this Sunday.
FAQ on Cuba's Performance at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about Cuba's achievements at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Who won the first medal for Cuba at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games?
Yamel Luis Vives won the first medal for Cuba, securing a silver in the 100-meter T44 category.
What record did Yamel Luis Vives set at the Paralympic Games?
Yamel Luis Vives set a new record for the Americas with a time of 11.20 seconds in the 100-meter T44 event.
Who won the gold and bronze medals in the 100-meter T44 category?
The gold medal was won by South African athlete Mpumelelo Mhlongo, and the bronze was claimed by Malaysian representative Eddy Bernard.