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Local Radio,28 Aug 2024,4 mins

Series Merseyside

Dan Powell: 'I want to be a superhero like my dad'

Paris: Grassroots to Glory

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Dan Powell, a 33-year-old Para Judoka from Liverpool, is set to compete on the global stage once again. Born with a visual impairment, Powell made his Paralympics debut 12 years ago in London and is now ranked number 3 in the world. Beyond his athletic achievements, he runs an academy dedicated to empowering young people through sport. Powell follows in the footsteps of his father, Terry, who won two Paralympic bronze medals despite being registered blind. Now, Dan is ready to build on his legacy at Paris 2024. For more on Paralympic sports, explore Super Movers on 麻豆社 Teach.

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