James Turner

Turner would overcome a run of injury and illness to deliver an unforgettable double gold at the Paris Paralympic Games, adding to the silver and gold he claimed in Tokyo.

After a challenging domestic season where he dealt with a run of injuries, glandular fever would strike as he prepared for the World Para Championships in Kobe, Japan, in May. Even so, Turner fought through to claim silver in the T36 400m in a time of 53.52s.

From there, the turnaround was remarkable. He rose to the occasion in Paris to defend his 400m crown in 51.54, smashing his own world record in the process. He added the 100m gold as well, equalling the Paralympic record of 11.85 and going one better than his Tokyo silver.

The triple Paralympian is part of the Para Team leadership group and takes an active interest in the preparation and achievement of his teammates, as well as mentoring and engaging with younger athletes.

Off the track, Turner lives his commitment to physical health and wellbeing and has completed a Personal Training qualification, with the end goal of using this as a vehicle to help others in the community reach their personal fitness goals.