Libby Clegg

Libby Clegg is a British Paralympic sprinter, born on March 24, 1990, in Edinburgh, Scotland. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest visually impaired athletes of all time. Clegg began her professional career in athletics in her teenage years and quickly rose to prominence, winning multiple medals at the Paralympic Games.

Clegg is known for her incredible speed, determination, and versatility across different sprint distances. She has achieved numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as being the fastest British female Paralympian over 100m and 200m.

Off the field, Clegg is also recognized for her advocacy work, raising awareness for visually impaired athletes and inspiring millions worldwide.

Early Career

• Youth and Early Career: Clegg was born and raised in Scotland and began training in athletics from a young age. She made her professional debut in 2006 at the age of 16.

Paralympic Success

• Early Success: Clegg quickly rose to prominence, winning a silver medal in the 100m T12 at the 2008 Beijing Paralympics. She continued to excel, winning a silver medal in the same event at the London 2012 Paralympics.
• Record-breaking Achievements: In 2016, Clegg set a new world record in the 200m T11 and won gold medals in both the 100m and 200m events at the Rio Paralympics. She became the first British woman to win a Paralympic sprint double since 1984.

Team GB

• Debut: Made her debut for Team GB in 2006.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Games: Gold medalist in 100m and 200m at the 2016 Rio Paralympics. Silver medalist in 100m at the 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Paralympics.
• World Championships: Clegg has also achieved considerable success at the World Championships, winning multiple medals.

• Position: Primarily a sprinter, specializing in the 100m and 200m events.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, determination, and versatility. Clegg is celebrated for her resilience, strong start, and finishing ability.

• Family: Clegg has a son with her partner Dan Powell. Her brother James Clegg is also a Paralympic swimmer.
• Advocacy: Clegg is involved in various advocacy activities and has worked to raise awareness for visually impaired athletes.

• Libby Clegg is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her resilience, determination, and advocacy work in the field of visual impairment. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the track, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Fastest British Female Paralympian:

• Over 100m and 200m

Paralympic Medals:

• Two gold medals and two silver medals in the 100m and 200m events

World Championship Medals:

• Multiple medals across different World Championships

Books

• Who's Who in Athletics (2020). A comprehensive guide to the world's top athletes, including Libby Clegg. London: World Sports Publishing.

Websites

• Paralympic.org: Information about Libby Clegg’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org
• Team GB: Details about Clegg’s career with Team GB. Available at: https://www.teamgb.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Libby Clegg: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/disability-sport/37283836
• The Guardian: Libby Clegg’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/libby-clegg

Interviews and Documentaries

• Paralympics Uncovered (2016): A documentary series providing a detailed look at Clegg’s life and career, featuring interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues. Available on Paralympics YouTube channel.