Kenya at the 2008 Summer Paralympics

Kenya at the Paralympic Games

Flag of Kenya
IPC code  KEN
NPC Kenya National Paralympic Committee
At the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing
Competitors 13
Flag bearer Henry Wanyoike
Medals
Rank: 27
Gold
5
Silver
3
Bronze
1
Total
9
Paralympic history (summary)
Summer Games

Kenya competed at the 2008 Summer Paralympics in Beijing. The country's delegation consisted of thirteen competitors captained by three-time Paralympic gold medalist Henry Wanyoike. Also on the team is javelin thrower Mary Nakhumicha.[1] Wanyoike competed in the 5000 metres, 10000 metres, and the marathon.[1]


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References

  1. 1 2 David, Karanja (2008-08-27). "Wanyoike upbeat ahead of Paralympics". Kenya Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 2008-08-27.


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