BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Jody Cundy's life off screen with stunning fiancee Lucy
23.09.2023 - 13:35
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While Jody Cundy, CBE, has certainly made a name for himself in the world of sports as a decorated Paralympian, he's also found luck in matters of the heart. Here's everything you need to know about the sports star and his fiancée, Lucy Bowles. Born on October 14, 1978, in England, Jody Cundy is a versatile athlete who has excelled in both swimming and cycling.
Despite being born with a deformed right foot, which was amputated when he was just three years old, Jody's determination and talent have shone brightly throughout his career. He has represented Great Britain in seven Summer Paralympics, amassing an impressive medal collection that includes eight gold, one silver, and three bronze medals across swimming and cycling events. Jody's journey began in the pool, where he started swimming at the age of 10.
Recognising his potential, his parents got him involved in disability swimming, where he quickly made waves, setting records for his age group. He became a key member of his local King's Lynn club's team and made his international debut at the swimming World Championships in Malta in 1994, securing gold in the S10 100m butterfly and bronze in the S10 100m backstroke. Jody also competed in the S10 Paralympic category, and his dedication to disability sport earned him an MBE in 2009.
His contributions to swimming and cycling were further recognized with an OBE in 2017 and a CBE in 2022. In the world of cycling, Jody competes in the C4 events, which are designed for individuals with lower limb impairments or lower limb functionality issues. In August 2023, he clinched gold in the C4 1km Time Trial at the 2023 World Championships in Glasgow and set a new world record of 10.427 for the MC4 200m flying start at the same
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