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Paralympic great Storey retires from GB competition

Paralympic great Storey retires from GB competition

Summary

Dame Sarah Storey, Great Britain’s most successful Paralympic athlete, has retired from international competition to focus on improving Para-sport. She won 30 Paralympic medals over nine Games and said she wants to help Para-sport grow beyond the current level.

Key Facts

  • Sarah Storey is a 48-year-old British cyclist and Paralympic athlete.
  • She has won 30 Paralympic medals across swimming and cycling in nine Paralympic Games.
  • Storey began as a swimmer and competed in four Games before switching to cycling.
  • She has won 19 Paralympic gold medals.
  • Storey will not compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.
  • She believes Para-sport progress has slowed since the 2012 London Games.
  • Storey wants to help improve Para-sport outside of competing, including better coverage and support.
  • She became a mother during her career and won her last eight titles after having children.
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