David Emong

David Emong (born 1990) is an Ugandan disabled athlete who competes in sprint and medium distance running. He won Uganda's first Paralympic medal at the 2016 Paralympic Games, gaining a silver medal in the Men's 1500 metres T46.[1][2][3]

David Emong
Sport
Country Uganda
SportAthletics
Medal record
Para-athletics
Representing  Uganda
Paralympic Games
Silver medal – second place 2016 Rio de Janeiro 1500 m T46
Bronze medal – third place 2020 Tokyo 1500 m T46

References
  1. Isabirye, David (17 September 2016). "Emong wins Uganda's first ever medal in Paralympics Games history". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 15 July 2017.
  2. Paulat, Lizabeth (21 September 2016). "First Ugandan Paralympic Medal Winner Returns Home a Winner". VOA News. Retrieved 15 July 2017.
  3. "Uganda's first Paralympic medallist seeks further glory". Agitos Foundation. International Paralympic Committee. 29 October 2016. Retrieved 15 July 2017.
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