#TheStartingLine, presented by Toyota.
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In pursuit of their 2024 Olympic dreams, our athletes embark on a reflective journey. Surrounded by the beauty of their homeland, their friends, family or community, they seek inspiration and purpose from the people and places that nurtured their passion. Along the way, they share their stories, mentor local youths and create a powerful ripple effect of motivation, leaving a lasting impact on the next generation.
A Para equestrian athlete from Belgium, Manon Claeys shares her journey back from severe injury to competition. After her accident, she thought she would never ride a horse again. Now, together with her cherished horse Katarina, she trains surrounded by her team and family to achieve a gold medal in Paris.
Discover the inspiring journey of Manon Claeys 🇧🇪, a Paralympic equestrian athlete hailing from Belgium. In 2007, a riding accident left her with a broken neck and three spinal fractures. Initially doubting she would ever ride again, she defied the odds and got back on her horse. At the 2020 Summer Paralympics, she triumphed, winning bronze medals in both dressage competitions🥉🥉. Find out more about Claeys' story, her deep bond with Katarina 🐎 and her unique relationship with her trainer and family.
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