Yeltsin Jacques

Yeltsin Ortega Jacques (born September 21, 1991) is a visually impaired Brazilian Paralympic runner named after the former Russian president Boris Yeltsin. He won the 1500 m and 5000 m events at the 2015 Parapan American Games, placing 5th–11th at the 2016 Summer Paralympics. He also medaled in the 800 m and 1500 m events at the 2013 World Championships.[1] [2]

Yeltsin Jacques
Jacques at the 2015 Parapan American Games
Personal information
Born (1991-09-21) September 21, 1991
EducationAnhanguera Educacional[1]
Height179 cm (5 ft 10 in)[1]
Weight68 kg (150 lb)
Sport
SportParalympic athletics
Disability classT12
Event(s)800 m, 1500 m, 5000 m

References

  1. ORTEGA JACQUES Yeltsin. toronto2015.org
  2. Yeltsin Jacques. rio2016.com


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