Jonnie Peacock

Jonnie Peacock is a British Paralympic sprinter, born on May 28, 1993, in Cambridge, England. He is recognized as one of the most accomplished Paralympic athletes. Peacock began his professional career at a young age and quickly rose to prominence, winning numerous titles, including two Paralympic gold medals.

Peacock is known for his exceptional speed, strength, and determination. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the fastest time in the T44 100m.

Off the track, Peacock is also recognized for his advocacy for disabled athletes and his participation in popular television shows, inspiring millions worldwide.

Early Career

• After losing his right leg to meningitis at the age of 5, Peacock was introduced to sport through disability sports events. He started his career in athletics and quickly made a name for himself on the global stage.

Paralympic Success

• Peacock won his first Paralympic gold medal at the 2012 London Games in the T44 100m event. He repeated this success at the 2016 Rio Games, retaining his title.

World Championships

• Peacock has also achieved significant success at the IPC World Championships, winning gold medals in 2013 and 2017.

Television Appearances

• Peacock has used his profile to raise awareness for disability sports, participating in popular TV shows such as 'Strictly Come Dancing'.

Great Britain National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Great Britain at the 2012 Paralympics.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Games: Two gold medals in the T44 100m event (2012, 2016).
• World Championships: Two gold medals in the T44 100m event (2013, 2017).
• Peacock is one of Great Britain's most successful Paralympic athletes.

• Category: Competes in the T44 category for athletes with a single below-knee amputation.
• Skills: Known for his incredible speed, strength, and competitive spirit. Peacock is celebrated for his consistent performances and ability to perform under pressure.

• Family: Peacock is a father to one son. He tends to keep his personal life private.
• Advocacy: Peacock is an advocate for disability sports and has used his profile to raise awareness and participation in Paralympic sports.

• Jonnie Peacock is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his determination and advocacy for disabled athletes. His impact on the sport extends beyond the track, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Fastest Time in T44 100m:

• 10.64 seconds

Paralympic Gold Medals:

• Two gold medals in T44 100m (2012, 2016)

World Championships Gold Medals:

• Two gold medals in T44 100m (2013, 2017)

Books

• Peacock, J. (2019) Jonnie: My Story. London: Hodder & Stoughton.

Websites

• Paralympic: Information about Jonnie Peacock’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org
• World Para Athletics: Details about Peacock’s career in World Para Athletics. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org/athletics

Articles

• BBC Sport: Jonnie Peacock: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/disability-sport/19354042
• The Guardian: Jonnie Peacock’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/jonnie-peacock

Interviews and Documentaries

• Jonnie’s Blade Camp (2017): A BBC documentary following Peacock as he mentors five young amputees. Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk
• Various interviews and features on Jonnie Peacock, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org