Laurent Chardard

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Laurent Chardard
Personal information
Born (1995-08-30) 30 August 1995 (age 26)
Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France
Sport
Country France
SportParalympic swimming
Disability classS6
Medal record
Paralympic swimming
Representing  France
World Championships
Silver medal – second place 2019 London 50m butterfly S6
Bronze medal – third place 2019 London 50m freestyle S6
European Championships
Gold medal – first place 2021 Funchal 100m backstroke S6
Silver medal – second place 2021 Funchal 50m butterfly S6

Laurent Chardard (born 30 August 1995) is a French Paralympic swimmer who competes in international elite events. He is a European champion and a two-time World medalist. Chardard lost his right arm and leg from a shark attack while bodyboarding at a beach near his hometown.[1][2][3]


References[]

  1. ^ "Laurent Chardard - IPC Athlete Bio". ipc.infostradasports.com. 16 June 2021.
  2. ^ "Swimming with disabilities: The Reunionese Laurent Chardard crowned European champion (in French)". ipreunion.com. 18 May 2021.
  3. ^ "Laurent Chardard - Bleus Handisport (in French)". HandiSport. 16 June 2021.
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