Mauritian Para-Athletes Light Up Kobe 2024: Building Momentum for Paris 2024

The Kobe 2024 World Para Athletics Championships were more than just another competition for Mauritius—they were a testament to the momentum of our para-athletes as they march towards the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Fresh off their impressive performances at the Paris 2023 Para Athletics World Championships, where Mauritius made a splash with multiple podium finishes, our athletes took their game to the next level in Kobe.

Noemi Alphonse: Mauritius’ Golden Girl

Noemi Alphonse, who has been setting tracks ablaze from Paris to Kobe, has once again proven why she’s the athlete to watch. At Kobe, Alphonse captured Mauritius’ first-ever gold at a World Para Athletics Championship in the women’s 100m T54, crossing the finish line in a swift 16.23 seconds. This victory isn’t just another medal—it’s a continuation of her stellar performance in Paris 2023, where she also clinched multiple podium finishes.

Another impressive feat in the 100m T54 final is the fourth place finish of Brandy Perrine. A second World Championships final bods well for Brandy Perrine’s future in the sport despite her disappointment in missing the bronze medal by only 0.05s.

But Alphonse wasn’t done. She also picked up a silver in the 400m T54, adding to her already impressive medal haul. Her journey from Paris to Kobe has been nothing short of spectacular, and with her sights set on Paris 2024, she’s proving that she’s only getting faster and stronger.

Anaïs Angeline: Reaching New Heights

Anaïs Angeline also made her mark in Kobe, securing a silver medal in the women’s Long Jump T37. Wen Xiaoyan, the current world record holder clinched gold with a new championship record mark of 5.42m.

Beyond the medal, it is equally important to look at the journey. Building on her fourth-place finish in Paris, Anaïs set a new African record with a 4.52m leap in Dubai in February. Three months later she was a silver medallist with a jump only 2cm off her personal best.

The Road to Paris 2024

Mauritian para-athletics is on the rise, and the journey from Paris 2023 to Kobe 2024 has been nothing short of thrilling. With each competition, our athletes are not just winning medals—they’re building a legacy. The excitement is palpable as they prepare to take on the world once again at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

So, if you haven’t started following Mauritius’ para-athletes yet, now’s the time. Their story is one of grit, determination, and incredible achievements, and the best is yet to come. Paris 2024 is right around the corner, and our athletes are ready to make history once more.