Omara Durand

Omara Durand is a Cuban Paralympic athlete, born on November 26, 1986, in Guantanamo, Cuba. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest Paralympic sprinters of all time. Durand began her professional career in athletics at a young age, showing exceptional talent in sprinting events. She has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the fastest time in the T12 100m, 200m, and 400m Paralympic events.

Durand is known for her incredible speed, strength, and determination. Off the track, Durand is also recognized for her inspirational story, overcoming personal challenges to achieve global success, and inspiring millions worldwide.

Cuban Athletics

• Early Career: Durand was born and raised in Guantanamo and began her athletic career at a young age despite being visually impaired. She made her Paralympic debut in 2004.

Paralympic Career

• Success: Durand has competed in the Paralympic Games multiple times, achieving success in the T12 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints. She has consistently won gold medals and set world records in these events.

Cuba Paralympic Team

• Debut: Made her debut for Cuba in 2004.

Achievements:

• Paralympic Games: Multiple gold medalist in the T12 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints. Holds the world record in these events.
• Durand is one of Cuba's most successful Paralympians and has consistently represented her country on the global stage.

• Events: Specializes in the T12 100m, 200m, and 400m sprints.
• Skills: Known for her incredible speed, strength, and determination. Durand is celebrated for her ability to overcome challenges and consistently perform at the highest level.

• Family: Durand is a mother to a daughter. She has often spoken about her daughter as a source of motivation and inspiration.
• Challenges: Durand has overcome personal challenges, including visual impairment, to become a global athletics icon.

• Omara Durand is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her resilience, determination, and representation of athletes with disabilities. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the track, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Fastest Time in T12 100m, 200m, and 400m:

• World record holder

Most Gold Medals in Paralympic Sprints:

• Multiple gold medalist

Books

• There are currently no books focusing exclusively on Omara Durand's life and career.

Websites

• Paralympic Games: Information about Omara Durand’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.paralympic.org
• Cuban Athletics: Details about Durand’s career in Cuban athletics. Available at: https://www.cubadebate.cu

Articles

• ESPN: Omara Durand: The fastest Paralympian on the planet. Available at: https://www.espn.com
• The Guardian: Omara Durand’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/omara-durand

Interviews and Documentaries

• There are currently no major documentaries or interviews focusing exclusively on Omara Durand's life and career.