SOUTH AFRICAN PARA-ATHLETE DARREN THOMAS is first adaptive male CrossFit athlete from Africa on the podium in Miami Wodapalooza competition.
Cape Town, 18 January, 2024 – South African para-athlete Darren Thomas is returning home triumphantly after clinching the bronze medal at the prestigious Wodapalooza CrossFit event held in Miami, Florida, USA over the weekend.
The Wodapalooza event, now in its 12th year, stands as one of the world’s premier Functional Fitness Festivals, bringing together thousands of athletes, spectators, and fitness enthusiasts over four days. The competition allows both able-bodied and adaptive athletes to compete on the same stage, promoting inclusivity and showcasing the extraordinary capabilities of individuals like Darren.
Darren competed in the Adaptive Seated division, making history as the first adaptive male CrossFit athlete from Africa to compete internationally in this challenging arena.
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With thanks to the South Africa Good News website.