Hannah Cockroft

Hannah Cockroft is a British wheelchair racer, born on July 30, 1992, in Halifax, West Yorkshire. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest Paralympic athletes of all time. Cockroft began her professional career in the sport in 2007 and has since dominated the T34 wheelchair racing category, winning multiple titles, including seven Paralympic golds and multiple World Championship titles.

Cockroft is known for her exceptional speed, strength, and determination. She has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, including the world records for the T34 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m.

Off the track, Cockroft is also recognized for her advocacy work, raising awareness for disability issues and inspiring millions worldwide.

Early Career

• Cockroft was born with cerebral palsy and began wheelchair racing at 15. She made her international debut for Great Britain in 2010.

London 2012 Paralympics

• Breakthrough: At her first Paralympics, Cockroft won gold in both the 100m and 200m T34 events, setting a new Paralympic record in the 200m.

Rio 2016 Paralympics

• Continued Success: Cockroft defended her titles at the Rio Paralympics, winning gold in both the 100m and 800m T34 events and setting new Paralympic records in both.

Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

• Further Dominance: Continuing her reign, Cockroft won gold in the 100m, 800m, and for the first time, the 400m T34 events.

Great Britain Paralympic Team

• Debut: Made her debut for Great Britain in 2010 at the IPC World Championships.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Games: Seven-time gold medallist across London 2012, Rio 2016, and Tokyo 2020.
• World Championships: Multiple-time gold medallist across various editions of the Championships.
• Cockroft holds the world records for the T34 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m events.

• Classification: Competes in the T34 classification for athletes with cerebral palsy.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, endurance, and race strategy. Cockroft is celebrated for her domination of T34 wheelchair racing.

• Family: Cockroft is in a relationship with fellow Paralympian Nathan Maguire.
• Advocacy: Cockroft is an active advocate for disability rights and inclusion, often speaking about her experiences and the importance of accessibility.

• Hannah Cockroft is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her advocacy, determination, and influence in disability sports. Her impact on the sport extends beyond the track, inspiring millions of fans and fellow athletes worldwide.

World Records in T34 Wheelchair Racing:

• 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m

Most Gold Medals in Paralympic T34 Events:

• Seven gold medals across three Paralympic Games

Most Gold Medals in World Championship T34 Events:

• Multiple gold medals across various World Championships

Books

• British Paralympic Association. (2017). The History of the Paralympic Games and the Impact of the British Paralympic Association. Available at: https://paralympics.org.uk

Websites

• Paralympic.org: Detailed information about Hannah Cockroft’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org
• World Para Athletics: Updates on Cockroft’s performances and records at World Championships. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org/athletics

Articles

• BBC Sport: Hannah Cockroft: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/disability-sport/54066272
• The Guardian: Hannah Cockroft’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/hannah-cockroft

Interviews and Documentaries

• Paralympics Unseen (2020): A behind-the-scenes look at the preparation and performance of Paralympic athletes, including Hannah Cockroft.
• Various interviews and features on Hannah Cockroft, covering different aspects of her career and advocacy work. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org