Korey Boddington

From Burritos to Gold Medals: Meet Australia's Paralympic Cyclist Sensation!

Korey Boddington is not your average gold medalist! Discover how burritos and peril fueled his rise to the top at the Paris 2024 Paralympics!

Korey Boddington, Australia's latest gold medal champion, is turning heads at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! This road to victory has been a whirlwind for Korey, who made his cycling debut just under a year ago. In a stunning display of athleticism, he clinched the gold in the men's C4-5 1000m time trial, breaking records along the way. With fresh gold medals jangling on his neck, he certainly has some stories to share about what fuels his passion and performance!

It’s not all sweat and tears for Korey, though! He's affectionately dubbed ‘The Flying Burrito’—and yes, you guessed it, burritos play a part in his training regime! After surviving two near-fatal incidents before he turned 18, Korey turned to cycling as a form of therapy. Loch Ness monsters better beware because we have a new legend on the track; his journey from danger to triumph is proof that life can throw you curveballs that somehow lead to gold medals.

Alongside Korey, fellow Aussie Emily Petricola also made waves on the velodrome, securing her own gold in the women's C4 3,000m individual pursuit. In just 15 minutes, Australia celebrated two beautiful medals, reestablishing its superiority in para cycling. The duo’s hard work and dedication have left the nation buzzing with pride—there’s something undeniably special about watching these athletes shine under pressure!

As day two of the Paralympics unfolded, three more medals were clinched by the Australian track cycling team, ensuring that their spot on the leader board remains secure. With this kind of momentum, who knows what other astonishing heights they’ll reach? And for some fun facts—did you know the velodrome's design is inspired by the architectural wonders of the city? Plus, Korey’s love for burritos isn’t just delicious; it’s another reminder that the best athletes often have quirky habits that help them stay on track!