Aurelie Rivard Wins S10 400 Free for Third Time at Paralympics Day 8 Finals

Canada's Aurelie Rivard Defends S10 400m Freestyle Paralympic Title

Canadian swimmer Aurelie Rivard successfully defended her Paralympic title in the women's S10 400m freestyle on Day 8 of the Tokyo Paralympics. This impressive victory marks Rivard's third Paralympic gold medal in this event, having previously won in London 2012 and Rio 2016.

Rivard's Dominant Performance and Paralympic Legacy

Rivard's dominance in the S10 400m freestyle is a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering determination. She led the race from start to finish, setting a Paralympic record time of 4:34.30. Rivard's victory is a significant milestone in her Paralympic career, further solidifying her legacy as one of Canada's most successful Paralympians.

Other Notable Performances in the S10 400m Freestyle

While Rivard took the gold, other swimmers also delivered impressive performances in the S10 400m freestyle final. Australia's Jasmine Greenwood claimed the silver medal with a time of 4:44.62, while Great Britain's Alice Tai secured the bronze in 4:57.99.