Kylie Grimes

Kylie Grimes (born 7 December 1987 in Portsmouth, Hampshire)[1] is one of two women, the other being Bieke Ketelbuters of the Belgian team,[2][3] competing on Wheelchair rugby teams at the 2012 Summer Paralympics. Kylie Grimes became disabled after a diving accident at a friend's swimming pool. She unsuccessfully sued over the matter.[4] Grimes began playing Wheelchair rugby in 2008. She trains 12 hours a week and loves horses.[5] She considers herself positive and was surprised to be on the British team.[6]

References

  1. ↑ IPC bio
  2. ↑ Canberra Times
  3. ↑ Reuters
  4. ↑ Daily Mail
  5. ↑ Channel 4 interview
  6. ↑ Sydney Morning Herald
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