Paul Johnson (wheelchair athlete)

Paul Johnson (October 9, 1966 – June 10, 2020) was a Canadian wheelchair tennis player and Paralympic athlete who competed at international level events and was Canada's former number one wheelchair tennis player. He participated at the Paralympic Games four times; he competed in athletics once at the 1988 Summer Paralympics then played wheelchair tennis three times consecutively from 1992 to 2000.[1][2][3]

Paul Johnson
Country (sports) Canada
Born(1966-10-09)9 October 1966
Victoria, British Columbia
DiedJune 10, 2020(2020-06-10) (aged 53)
Victoria, British Columbia
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Turned pro1991
Retired2006
PlaysRight-handed (one-handed backhand)
Singles
Highest rankingNo. 11 (26 May 1998)
Other tournaments
Paralympic Games3R (2000)
Doubles
Highest rankingNo. 12 (6 August 2001)
Other doubles tournaments
Paralympic Games2R (1996)

Johnson died at the age of 53 in his hometown.[4]

References

  1. "Paul Johnson - Abilities Canada". Abilities Canada. 14 October 2020.
  2. "Paul Johnson - ITF Profile". International Tennis Federation. 14 October 2020.
  3. "Paul Johnson - IPC Profile". International Paralympic Committee. 14 October 2020.
  4. "BC Wheelchair Sports Mourns The Passing Of Paul Johnson". BC Wheelchair Sports. 17 June 2020.
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