Grace Norman is one of the most intimidating competitors on the international para triathlon circuit. At the Rio Games in 2016, she claimed the gold medal in the PT4 triathlon and also took a bronze in T44 400m on the track. Five years later, at the COVID-delayed Para Games in Tokyo, she secured the silver medal in the PTS5 triathlon.
Grace was born with congenital constriction band syndrome in her left leg, necessitating the amputation of her right big toe and of her left leg below the knee. The PTS5 classification refers to triathletes who have an absence of limbs, are affected to a low degree in one leg, a moderate level in both forearms, or a high degree in one foot or ankle.
Grace is a five-time world champion (plus, two silver medals and four bronze medals), and is a two-time USA Paratriathlon national champion (2014, 2019). In high school, she competed in cross country and track and field. Notably, she became the first female amputee to make the podium at a US high school track and field state championships.
Paris Result:
Gold medal, PTS5 (1:04:40).